Principle

APPELLATE PRACTICE – Issues for Determination – “Questions for Determination” v. “Issues for Determination” – Substance Over Form

Area of law
APPELLATE PRACTICE
Court
Supreme Court

"Questions for determination" and "issues for determination" have the same effect and meaning. However, court rules specify that "issues for determination" should be set out in briefs. The difference is semantic, not substantive. Substance over form applies—using one phrase instead of the other does not…

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