Possible appellate outcomes
Once appellate judges review the briefs, oral arguments, and trial record, they issue a decision. This ruling can affirm, reverse, or modify the trial court’s judgment in a truck accident case.
Trial judge
Standards of review
When reviewing truck accident appeals, appellate courts apply different levels of scrutiny depending on the type of alleged error. These standards determine how much deference is given to the trial court’s decision.
Grounds for appeal
An appeal is not a retrial but a legal review of trial court proceedings. To succeed, the appealing party must show that errors occurred which significantly affected the outcome of the truck accident case.