The judgment in a lawsuit is the court’s final determination of the rights and obligations of the parties regarding the disputed matters. It describes the relief or recovery that one party should have from the other—whether in the form of money, ownership of disputed assets, or injunctive relief that requires a party to take a certain action (make mortgage payments or sell a piece of real or personal property) or refrain from taking an certain action (contacting another person by phone or email or coming within 100 feet of them).

The date on which the court signs the judgment usually triggers or begins the running of postjudgment deadlines such as for filing a notice of appeal of the judgment.

In Kentucky, a judgment in a lawsuit is the official decision made by a court regarding the outcome of a legal dispute. This decision establishes the rights and obligations of the parties involved, based on the issues presented during the case. The judgment may include monetary compensation, transfer of property, or injunctive relief, which could involve ordering a party to perform a specific act or to refrain from certain actions. The date the judgment is signed by the court is critical as it often starts the clock on various postjudgment deadlines. For instance, in Kentucky, a party typically has 30 days from the entry of the judgment to file a notice of appeal. This time frame is crucial for any party considering an appeal, as missing this deadline can result in the loss of the right to appeal the decision. It is important for parties to be aware of these deadlines and to act promptly if they wish to challenge the judgment.