“Conclusiveness of judgment,” on the other hand,” is a term used to refer to the bar on re-litigation of an issue or issues. Bar by prior judgment is the doctrine of res judicata which bars a second action when there is identity of parties, subject matter and cause of action.

What is Res Judicata by Conclusiveness of Judgment

This is the concept of res judicata known as “conclusiveness of judgment.” Stated differently, any right, fact or matter in issue directly adjudicated or necessarily involved in the determination of an action before a competent court in which judgment is rendered on the merits is conclusively settled by the judgment .