Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Appellate Practice — Function of Appellate Court — Limited Role

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

The appellate court's function is limited to reviewing the trial court's decision, not retrying the case. It cannot assess witness credibility because it did not see or hear the witnesses. The trial court has the advantage of observing demeanour, tone, and other subtle cues. The…

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