Time limits for raising a set-off defence in a civil trial

The article discusses the regulation of provision Art. 2031 § 2 K.p.c. [CCP], establishing time limits in raising a set-off defence civil trial. analysis focuses particular on three issues. Understanding (definition) defence, which is reflected scope application resulting from [CCP]. This excludes possibility invoking where it occurred after getting into dispute as to merits case. In addition, points interpretation problems arising connection between limit for and defendant’s due date. considerations made finally allow submission proposals [CCP] making de lege ferenda postulates.