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Appellate Practice

Nov. 20, 2002

Panel OKs Plan to Cite Unpublished Decisions

SAN FRANCISCO - A federal rules committee has overwhelmingly recommended a controversial rule that would permit lawyers to cite unpublished decisions in appeals for their "persuasive value."

By Pamela A. MacLean
Daily Journal Staff Writer
        SAN FRANCISCO - A federal rules committee has overwhelmingly recommended a controversial rule that would permit lawyers to cite unpublished decisions in appeals for their "persuasive value."
        The proposed new rule calls for the creation of a uniform ...

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