Judicial history of the United States

The judicial history of the United States centers on the development and interpretation of laws by the court system. Key milestones include the establishment of the Supreme Court in 1789, landmark cases like Marbury v. Madison (1803), which established judicial review, and Brown v. Board of Education (1954), which ended racial segregation in schools. Over time, courts have expanded civil rights and liberties, adapting interpretations of the Constitution to societal changes. The judicial system operates independently to ensure that laws are applied fairly, with the Supreme Court being the highest authority in legal disputes.