Oregon Statutes > Chapter 31 > Defenses Generally
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| § 31.180 | Certain felonious conduct of plaintiff complete defense in tort actions; proof; exceptions |
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes > Chapter 31 > Defenses Generally
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.