👉 Forejudgment is a legal concept in the United States that refers to a decision or ruling made by a judge or jury before it has been fully considered and fully understood. It is often used as an alternative to a verdict, which can be influenced by emotions, bias, or misunderstanding of the facts. Forejudgment decisions are typically not binding on the parties involved in the case, but they may influence the outcome if the decision is appealed or challenged. Forejudgment decisions are commonly found in civil