Both defendants maintained to police that the baby suffered fits and had done so during the weekend he died.

Both defendants maintain that their right to privacy was invaded.

The defendant maintained that he did not know that his friends had moved to the United States.

The defendants - all but one were 15 or younger at the time of the crime - maintained their innocence.

The defendants therefore could not maintain their counterclaim, since it was discharged.

The defendants denied all charges and maintained that the accusations were politically motivated.

Plaintiffs contend that the number of class members is around 500,000, while defendants maintain it is closer to 250,000.

One defendant has maintained a plea of not guilty and is awaiting trial.

The defendant might maintain that his eyes had been red as a result of allergies.

The defendants maintain that their allegations are true.