A matter which is pending before the Court is called sub judice. Parties to such a matter should not do anything that would affect the outcome of the case.
Where a mistake of both parties at the time the contract was made to a basic assumption on which the contract was made has a material effect on the agreed exchange of performances, then the contract is voidable.
Guilty mind
The doctrine of terra nullius is observed under international law, justifying the position of a state after they occupy land which comes under the dimensions of the principle of terra nullius.