Res Judicata in United Kingdom

Definition of Res Judicata

A latin phrase meaning ‘a thing ajudged’

Res judicata in Legal Latin

Meaning of the latin term “Res judicata” from the University of Kent: ‘A matter that has been decided’ – The principle that when a matter has been finally adjudicated upon by court of competent jurisdiction it may not be reopened or challenged by the original parties or successors in interest. It is also known as action estoppel. It does not preclude an appeal or a challenge to

the jurisdiction of the court. Its justification is the need for finality in litigation.

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• Legal Latin Maxims
• Legal Latin Quotes
• Legal Latin Dictionary