The phrase "defendant company" refers to a business or organization that is being accused or sued in a legal case. They are the party defending themselves against the claims or accusations made by the plaintiff. Full definition
The proposed starting point for a first time defendant company found guilty would be five per cent of the company's average annual turnover during the three years prior to sentencing. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
The three individual defendants formerly worked for the plaintiffs, either as employees or contractors, and subsequently set up the fourth defendant company to compete with the plaintiffs. (aclatterofthelaw.com)
Editor's Note: The National Association of REALTORS ® participated in an Amici Curiae brief in support of defendant Companies in this appeal. (nar.realtor)