Massachusetts Appeals Court

The Massachusetts Appeals Court is the second-highest court in Massachusetts, handling appeals from decisions made by lower trial courts and some state agencies. Its primary role is to review these cases for legal errors and ensure fair application of the law. The court does not conduct new trials or hear new evidence; instead, it focuses on the legal arguments presented by the parties involved. If people disagree with a trial's outcome, they can appeal to this court, which then issues opinions that can clarify laws and influence future cases.