A U.S. Supreme Court case refers to a legal dispute that is brought before the highest court in the United States, where decisions have far-reaching implications and set precedents for future cases.
Related terms
Precedent: Precedent refers to a legal decision or ruling that serves as an example or guide for future similar cases.
Judicial Review: Judicial review is the power of the courts to determine whether laws and actions by government officials are constitutional.
Appellate Jurisdiction: Appellate jurisdiction refers to a court's authority to hear appeals from lower courts and review their decisions.