Terms Used In Alabama Code 6-8-81

  • Counterclaim: A claim that a defendant makes against a plaintiff.
  • Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.

A comaker or surety against whom an action is commenced jointly or alone may, with the consent of his comaker or principal, counterclaim a debt or liquidated demand due from the plaintiff at the commencement of the action to such comaker or principal.