Res judicata
Effect preventing a dispute already resolved by a final judgment from being tried again. Formal res judicata: prevents appeals within the same proceedings. Material: prevents new proceedings on the same subject (identity of parties, claim and cause of action). May be raised as a procedural defence.
Other Procedural law terms
Simplified judicial procedure for claiming monetary debts that are liquid, determined, due and enforceable. No lawyer or court agent required for amounts under €2,000.
Extraordinary appeal before the Supreme Court against second-instance judgments. Based on cassational interest: law infringement, contradiction between Provincial Courts or case law doctrine.
Evidence consisting of the technical opinion of a specialized professional on facts relevant to the proceedings. May be appointed by the parties or by the court.
Security measure affecting specific assets of the debtor to guarantee fulfillment of an obligation. May target bank accounts, property, vehicles or wages (with minimum wage limits).
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