Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Issue Formulation — Arguments Must Be Canvassed on Issues, Not Grounds of Appeal

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

Issues for determination are distilled from grounds of appeal. Arguments should focus on issues, not individual grounds. An issue may encompass multiple grounds. Resolving an issue can determine the appeal. The principle promotes clarity and efficiency. The appellate court may reframe issues. The parties must…

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