Explain Why Appellate Courts Defer to the Trial Court's Finding

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Essay

Explain why appellate courts defer to the trial court's finding of fact. What are an appellate court's options once it has reviewed a trial court's decision?

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Definitions:

Material Fact

A fact that is significant or essential to a matter or decision, often influencing the outcome of a legal or financial transaction.

Mislead

To provide false or misleading information that causes someone to form an incorrect belief or conclusion.

Statute of Limitations

A regulation establishing the longest period after an occurrence within which legal actions must be started.

Malpractice

Failure by a professional person, such as a doctor or lawyer, to perform his or her duties competently, resulting in harm to a client or patient.