Constitution Quote by Anonymous
“It is quite a startling proposition, and a very novel one, I think, that there shall be absolutely no opportunity for the review in an appellate court, in cases involving such large amounts, of questions involving the construction of the statute under which the court is proceeding, or those various questions of law, many of them new, which necessarily arise in such cases.Neither the claimants, the Indians, nor the Government of the United States should beabsolutely denied opportunityto bring their exceptions to review by some appellate tribunal.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Legal commentary, unknown source
The quote argues that appellate courts must retain the right to review large, complex cases involving new legal questions, ensuring fairness for all parties.
In simple terms: Appellate courts should review big, novel cases for fairness.
Preserve appellate review for complex cases.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- large financial litigation
- government contracts
- native claims
- new legal doctrines
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can courts balance efficiency with thorough review?
- What safeguards ensure consistent appellate oversight?
May be overly broad, lacking specific procedural guidance.