Chevron

Chevron, in a general knowledge context, refers to a legal principle established by the U.S. Supreme Court in the case Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. (1984). This principle states that courts should defer to a government agency's interpretation of a law it administers, as long as the law is ambiguous and the agency's interpretation is reasonable. This deference acknowledges that agencies often have expertise in their areas, allowing them to make informed decisions. The Chevron doctrine is significant in administrative law and influences how regulations are interpreted and enforced.