An appellate tribunal hears appeals on government decisions such as employment law, taxation, and insurance discrimination. Citizens can request action from a government agency and appeal if not satisfied. Not all regions have appellate courts, and there are specific procedures to access them. The court is neutral and includes members familiar with the relevant industry. […]
The General Court is the first court of instance for disputes on EU law, with jurisdiction over various proceedings. Dissatisfied parties can appeal to the European Court of Justice. Judges from each member state are appointed and meet in chambers to hear cases. The working language is French, but translators are provided for litigants. The […]
Domestic relations courts settle legal issues involving families, such as divorce, child custody, and domestic violence. They may also include a juvenile court for minors. The court follows laws and regulations in the jurisdiction and may order fines or jail time for noncompliance with rulings. Usually referred to as a family court, the domestic relations […]
