A matter already judged; claim preclusion; bar on relitigation; final judgment doctrine; judicial finality principle; lawsuit prevention rule

Res judicata is a fundamental legal principle that prevents the same dispute from being litigated multiple times. The Latin term literally means “a matter already judged,” and it serves as a crucial safeguard in our legal system to ensure finality in court decisions. Understanding the Basics of Res Judicata When a court makes a final […]