A U.S Supreme Court case is a legal dispute that has been brought before the highest court in the United States. The Supreme Court has the authority to make final decisions and interpretations of federal law.
Related terms
Precedent: A previous court decision that serves as an example or guide for future cases.
Appellate jurisdiction: The authority of a higher court to review and revise decisions made by lower courts.
Judicial review: The power of the courts to determine if laws and actions are constitutional.