The answer may set forth any claim the defendant has for contribution or other compensatory adjustment.

(Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 73.)

Terms Used In California Code of Civil Procedure 872.430

  • Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.