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Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, [YOUR FULL LEGAL NAME] specifically denies:  \n that any sum is owed;  \n that any duty was breached;  \n that you suffered any compensable damages proximately caused by [YOUR FULL LEGAL NAME] .  \n[YOUR FULL LEGAL NAME] further asserts all applicable affirmative defenses, including but not limited to: waiver; estoppel; laches; unclean hands; accord and satisfaction; release; failure of consideration; statute of limitations; statute of frauds; setoff and recoupment; comparative and contributory fault; assumption of risk; and failure to mitigate damages.  \nIII. Deadline for Good-Faith Discussions  \n[YOUR FULL LEGAL NAME] is willing to engage in good-faith settlement discussions within 14 (fourteen) days of receipt of this letter.  \n[SPECIFIC ACTION S DEMANDED PAY RETURN]  \nResponse Demand Letter Page 1 of 2  \nResponse Demand Letter • [Document.com](Document.com) • SAMPLE  \nIV. Fed. R. 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