Procedure

Res Judicata

/ rayz joo-dih-KAH-tuh /

Definition

A matter already judged; bars relitigation of decided issues.

Used in Context

“Res judicata prevented the plaintiff from relitigating the dismissed claim.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: a matter already decided

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