What is another word for Judgement By Default?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈʌd͡ʒmənt ba͡ɪ dɪfˈɒlt] (IPA)

Judgement by default is a legal term that refers to a ruling made in a case where one party fails to appear or respond. Synonyms for judgement by default include default judgement, judgement in absentia, and ex parte judgement. A default judgement may be granted in cases where a defendant fails to file a response to a lawsuit or fails to appear in court. The court may then enter a judgement in favor of the plaintiff without hearing any evidence or arguments from the defendant. The judgement by default is a powerful tool for plaintiffs seeking a quick resolution to a lawsuit, but it can also be a source of frustration for defendants who miss a court date or fail to respond to a lawsuit in a timely manner.

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What are the hypernyms for Judgement by default?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    adjudication, Judicial Action, legal ruling, Judicial order, court procedure, legal decision.

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