The proper term for a ruling that becomes a model for future cases to follow is called "precedent." Judges will often look for those cases that have set a precedent when deciding how to rule on a present case.
Precedents (under the doctrine of stare decisis)
A legal precedent. This legal doctrine is known as stare decisis.
establishing the dominance of the judicial branch over the legislature
The types of rulings are to uphold ,or keep the original decision made by the district court , reverse the district court's decision , or remand the case.
to supported civil liberties
The requirements for the supreme court is to ensure they are following the constitution in all rulings.
The Supreme Court reviews the rulings of the lower Federal Courts. They hear cases that they grant certiorary to typically related to Constitutional law. Their rulings are the official Federal interpretation of the law.
A precedent is a principle or rule that was established in a previous legal case. Precedent is used in cases with similar facts and background. The use of precedent allows for stability in common law rulings.
More liberal rulings will be given in the future.
More liberal rulings will be given in the future.
More liberal rulings will be given in the future.
The source of rulings in the Circuit Courts of Appeal is the United States Constitution. All matters before the court are weighed against the rulings but forth by the United States Constitution. There is also precedence to consider. A court case might also be judged on what previous cases came before that were similar.
establishing the dominance of the judicial branch over the legislature
'Setting a precedent' is similar to saying 'setting the standard'. When a court (with a large jurisdiction) rules a certain away, they set a standard that forces the lower courts to make similar rulings for similar circumstances.
Simple majority
The Supreme Court rulings said civil rights were decided by state and local law.
The US Constitution is the historic legal document that most US Supreme Court rulings are based on.
The types of rulings are to uphold ,or keep the original decision made by the district court , reverse the district court's decision , or remand the case.
Court decision that stands as an example to be followed in future, similar cases.