Definitions

1. Generally
2. De Novo
1. I-2-A Questions of Law reviewed De Novo
2. I-2-B Mixed Questions of Law and Fact
3. Correctness
4. Clearly Erroneous
5. Abuse of Discretion
6. Arbitrary and capricious
1. I-6-A Deference to agency interpretations of statute or regulation.
2. I-6-B Instances where no deference warranted.
3. Instances where less deference may be warranted.
7. Substantial Evidence
1. Agency determinations
2. Jury verdicts
8. Reasonableness
9. Plain error