Appeal in plain English
Request for review by a higher court.
Where this term may appear
Post-judgment court filings asking a higher court to review alleged legal error.
What to verify
Check the case posture and local procedural rules before acting on anything involving appeal, because timing and legal effect depend on the proceeding.
Why context matters
Appeal can have different timing or legal consequences across jurisdictions, so a national glossary is only a starting point.
Use official and primary sources for current medical, licensing, court, and state-law information.