What is an interlocutory appeal?

An interlocutory appeal is an appeal that is made during an ongoing trial or legal proceeding, before the final judgment has been reached. This type of appeal allows a party to challenge a specific ruling or decision made by the trial court that they believe will have a significant impact on the outcome of the case.

Interlocutory appeals are generally only granted in limited circumstances, as they can disrupt the flow of the trial and delay the final resolution of the case. In order to be granted an interlocutory appeal, the party seeking the appeal must typically demonstrate that the issue they are challenging is of significant importance and that it is unlikely to be resolved during the course of the trial.

If an interlocutory appeal is granted, the appellate court will review the specific issue in question and make a decision on whether the trial court's ruling was correct. The appellate court may uphold the ruling, reverse it, or send it back to the trial court for further consideration.

Overall, interlocutory appeals provide parties with a way to address important legal issues during the course of a trial, but they are not commonly granted and can result in additional time and expense for all parties involved.