The words «without prejudice» in their general adaptation, when used in a decree, mean that there is no decision of the controversy on its merits, and leaves the whole subject in litigation as much open to another suit as if no suit had ever been brought... When the words «without prejudice» appear in an order or decree, it shows that the judicial act done is not intended to be res judicata of the merits of the controversy. (torontodivorcelaw.com)
The opinion sets the stage for a Michigan Supreme Court decision to resolve the issue of res judicata in uninsured motorist claims. (davidchristensenlaw.com)
Yet the doctrine of res judicata does not prevent a party from introducing evidence of circumstances that existed at the time of the dissolution in order to show that a change in circumstances has occurred since the divorce. (hildebrandlaw.com)