Appeal: The request for a review by a higher court of a verdict or decision made by a lower court. (rocketlawyer.com)
After a judgment is rendered by a trial judge or jury, the losing party has the right to have the decision reviewed by a higher court. (primerus.com)
Would a similar case brought to the first level have to follow the precedent set by the higher court, or is there judicial discretion available when it comes to case precedent? (law.stackexchange.com)