The Doctrine That Prevents the Relitigation of an Issue Decided

question 2

Multiple Choice

The doctrine that prevents the relitigation of an issue decided in a prior case is called:

• A) res judicata
• B) collateral estoppel
• C) equitable estoppel
• D) laches

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