Claim Preclusion
/ˈkleɪm prɪˈkluʒən/
Definitions
- (n.) A doctrine that bars re-litigation of a claim that has been finally adjudicated between the same parties.
The court dismissed the lawsuit on the grounds of claim preclusion to prevent the plaintiff from reasserting the same cause of action.
Forms
- claim preclusions
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Commentary
Claim preclusion promotes judicial efficiency by preventing repetitive litigation of the same claim.
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