The without prejudice rule prevents statements made in a genuine attempt to settle an existing dispute from being put before the court. "Dismissed without prejudice" is a legal term that means a case is dismissed but can still be refiled at a later point.Only use the term "without prejudice" when commenting upon, communicating or responding to a settlement proposal or offer. A case that is dismissed "without prejudice" is only dismissed temporarily. This temporary dismissal means that the plaintiff is allowed to re-file charges. Without prejudice means you can file again about the same issue you put in the Complaint you filed if you need to. The without prejudice (WP) rule will generally prevent statements made in a genuine attempt to settle an existing dispute, whether made in writing or orally, (erroneously referring to a summary judgment as a dismissal with prejudice); BLACK'S LAW. "Dismissed without prejudice" is a legal term that means a case is dismissed but can still be refiled at a later point. Do not fill in that guide.