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Definition of: res judicata

(rēz joomacr′də·kā′tə) Latin
Literally, a matter decided; an issue or point of law that has been previously decided by a court of authoritative or competent jurisdiction and which when pleaded is conclusive of the matter in controversy. Also res adjudicata.

'res judicata' used in domains:

resjudicata.com
resjudicatalaw.com

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