A defendant may assert, in the answer, a reason why he or she should not be held liable for the plaintiff's injuries even if the facts, as alleged by the plaintiff, are true. This is called raising a(n)

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An affirmative defense is a type of defense used in litigation where the defendant acknowledges the facts presented by the plaintiff but introduces new information which, if proven, will negate the defendant's liability. Examples include self-defense in a battery case or the statute of limitations.

A Defendant May Assert, in the Answer, a Reason Why