De facto - Latin, meaning "in fact" or "actually." Something that exists in fact but not as a matter of law.⏎
Defendant - In a civil case, the person or organization against whom the plaintiff brings suit; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.⏎
Default judgment - A judgment awarding a plaintiff the relief sought in the complaint because the defendant has failed to appear in court or otherwise respond to the complaint.⏎
Dismissal with prejudice - Court action that prevents an identical lawsuit from being filed later.⏎