A court case refers to a legal dispute brought before a court for resolution. It involves two or more parties presenting their arguments and evidence, with the judge or jury making a decision based on the law.
Related terms
Precedent: A precedent is a previous court decision that serves as an example or guide for future cases.
Litigation: Litigation refers to the process of taking legal action and using courts to resolve disputes.
Appellate Court: An appellate court is responsible for reviewing decisions made by lower courts to determine if any errors were made in applying the law.