The Defendant's Response In Brazilian Civil Procedure: Contestation, Counterclaim, And The Legal Concept Of Default
The Defendant's Response In Brazilian Civil Procedure: Contestation, Counterclaim, And The Legal Concept Of Default
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Defense, Counterclaim, DefaultAbstract
This article aims to develop a legal and doctrinal analysis of the defendant's response in legal proceedings, or the absence thereof, with a detailed focus on the defense, counterclaim, and default judgment. It begins with the constitutional principles of due process, adversarial proceedings, and the right to a full defense. It addresses the provisions of the 2015 Code of Civil Procedure. Furthermore, it examines the effects and consequences of a situation where the defendant fails to present a defense within the legal timeframe, resulting in the presumption of the veracity of the plaintiff's allegations, analyzing legal exceptions and limitations, and noting that a defaulting defendant may subsequently intervene in the proceedings. It discusses the choice between a defense and a counterclaim as a legal strategy, depending on the specific case and factual reality. The article hopes to demonstrate the correct use of these legal instruments, which are fundamental to ensuring justice, procedural efficiency, and the protection of the parties' rights, promoting a fair and expeditious resolution of disputes.
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