Word: Dismissal without prejudice
Definition:
A court order that ends a case but allows the plaintiff to refile it in the future.
Sample Sentence:
The lawsuit was dismissed without prejudice, giving the plaintiff time to correct the filing error.
Why It Matters:
This gives litigants a chance to fix procedural issues and try again.
Quick Tip:
‘Without prejudice’ keeps the door open to refile.
Source: https://www.uscourts.gov/glossary
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