Review Legal Meaning and Definition

Here is a simplified definition of the legal term Review.

(n) Review: A process in which a higher court, often known as an appellate court, examines the decisions made by a lower court to identify if there are significant mistakes, errors or oversights. These could be in respect to the law, the facts of the case, or the procedures used. If these mistakes are found, they may warrant a reversal of the order or judgment. This term is used within the context of law.