Final Judgment Rule
/ˈfaɪnəl ˈdʒʌdʒmənt ruːl/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal doctrine requiring courts to wait until a case is fully resolved before allowing appeals.
The appellate court dismissed the motion, citing the final judgment rule.
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- final judgment rule
- final judgments rule
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Commentary
The final judgment rule promotes judicial efficiency by preventing piecemeal appeals; exceptions exist but are narrowly construed.
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