Res is latin for “thing” or “matter.” In the common law, it can refer to an object, interest, or status, as opposed to a person. See, for example, res ipsa loquitur, res judicata, or res jurisdiction.
Res is latin for “thing” or “matter.” In the common law, it can refer to an object, interest, or status, as opposed to a person. See, for example, res ipsa loquitur, res judicata, or res jurisdiction.