Answer
Term · Insurance and risk management · MLC-T-INS-000431
A formal written response filed by a defendant in a lawsuit, addressing the allegations contained in the plaintiff's complaint. In the context of insurance litigation, the insurer's legal counsel prepares the answer on behalf of the policyholder who is being sued. The answer must admit, deny, or state a lack of knowledge for each specific allegation made in the complaint.
| Identifier | MLC-T-INS-000431 |
|---|---|
| Field | Insurance and risk management |
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