Sorrell v. Moore

The motion to strike is based on the assertion that the portions objected to are mere conclusions and not statements of facts; that the first quoted1 portion is insufficient to constitute a de- . fense or a cause of action, and that the last two are mere conclusions “totally incapable of proof under the facts as alleged! in the complaint.”

Th.e function of a pleading is to inform an adversary what facts are claimed to constitute the cause of action, G.S. 1-122, or defense, G.S. 1-135. If the complaint or answer gives notice of- the facts asserted for the cause of action or defense, it has…