Ch. 1

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Appellee

The party in a cause against whom an appeal has been taken. This is the party who wins the lawsuit.

Appellant

When a party who loases at trial or lower court appeals the decision to a higher court for review for material error.

Appellate

Pertaining to a stage of judicial review

Appellate Court

The higher court that reviews the decision of a lower court after an appeal is filed.

Affirm

To ratify or confirm a former law or judgement, as when the supreme court affirms the judgment of the court of common pleas.

Reverse

The decision of a superior court by whicht he judgment, sentence or decree of the inferior court is annulled.

Remand

To send back or recommit.

Cause of Action

A recongnized legal right to bring an action in a court of law for which a plaintiff can sue for damages and compensation

Statute

A law enacted by a state legislature or by Congress.

Ordinance

Laws enacted by local government, such as those adopted by a town/city council or board. (Parking rules, noise regulations)

Regulation

A rule created by an agency that has the force of law.

Opinion of the Court

A decision by the court (Verdict) which is accompanied by a written explanation of the reason for the courts findings and decision.

Mandatory Authority

Court decisions froma higher court in the same jurisdiction

Persuasive Authority

Court decisions from an equal or lower court from thte same jurisdiction or from a court in a different jurisdiction