Damages

Damages are a monetary award, granted to the individual that is suing, due to any loss or harm caused by the individual they are suing. It can include loss of money or other possessions, injury, reputation, etc.

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Affidavit
Affirmative defense: Plaintiff’s claims are barred in whole or in part because Defendant never incurred a debt to Plaintiff.
Affirmative defense: Plaintiff’s claims are barred in whole or in part because Defendant paid all or part of the debt.
Affirmative defense: Plaintiff’s claims are barred in whole or in part because Defendant’s debt was discharged in bankruptcy.
Affirmative defense: Plaintiff’s claims are barred in whole or in part because Plaintiff breached its contract with Defendant.