Case Reporting

/ˈkeɪs rɪˌpɔːrtɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The systematic documentation and publication of legal decisions to inform precedent and legal research.
    Case reporting ensures attorneys have access to relevant precedents for their arguments.

Forms

  • case reporting
  • case reportings

Commentary

Case reporting is essential in common law systems for maintaining continuity and accessibility of judicial decisions.

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