Goat Animal Totem Symbolism. Goats are one of the most adaptable and pragmatic creatures on the planet, but they are often overlooked and thought of as mere grass-chompers and milk providers in modern time.
statement of claim. noun. 1. (law) (in England) the first pleading made by the claimant in a civil court action showing the facts upon which he or she relies in support of the claim and the relief asked for. Discover our greatest slideshows.
Bob's defense that he did not make the statement is not a truth defense; it is rebutting the assertion that the statement was made at all. The defense of truth in defamation claims means that the asserted statement assuming it was made was true. In your example, that issue never really arises because the complained about statement is one of opinion, not of fact.