Prejudgment
/ˌpriːˈdʒʌdʒmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A decision or ruling made before a full hearing or trial on the matters at issue.
The court granted a prejudgment to secure assets pending the trial.
Forms
- pre-judgment
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Commentary
Often used in contexts involving provisional or interlocutory relief; clarity in scope is important to avoid confusion with final judgments.
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