pleading in the alternative

ریشه

The word 'pleading' comes from the Old French word 'pleder' meaning 'to plead'. 'Alternative' comes from the Latin word 'alternativus' meaning 'pertaining to choice'.

مثال

• The defendant filed a pleading in the alternative, claiming both self-defense and lack of intent.
• The lawyer drafted the pleading in the alternative to provide multiple legal arguments.
• The judge allowed the pleading in the alternative to proceed to trial.