Difference between Res judicata and Stare decisis

Res judicata means “a thing adjudicated”; “a case already decided”; or “a matter settled by a decision or judgment”. Stare decisis means “to stand by decided cases”, “to uphold precedents”, “to maintain former adjudications”, or “not to disturb settled law”. Those things which have been so often adjudged ought to rest in peace. Res judicata … Read more