Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE — Unappealed Findings — Conclusive and Binding Effect

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

Findings not appealed against are binding and conclusive. The principle applies to appellate practice. The appellant cannot challenge a finding without a ground of appeal. The rule promotes finality and fairness. The respondent is entitled to rely on unchallenged findings. The principle is fundamental.

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