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The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

2001

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A Closer Look At Unpublished Opinions In The United States Courts Of Appeals, Michael Hannon Apr 2001

A Closer Look At Unpublished Opinions In The United States Courts Of Appeals, Michael Hannon

The Journal of Appellate Practice and Process

Some legal researchers may assume that all cases decided by federal courts are published. However, many United States courts of appeals’ decisions go unpublished. United States courts of appeals’ decisions are important sources of law since they are the court of last resort for most litigants. By making a survey of Westlaw and LEXIS, the author sheds light on some aspects of unpublished opinions.