If the parties have chosen a bench trial, rather than a jury trial, the judge will make both findings of fact and findings of law. An appeal is a review of the trial court's application of the law. There is no jury in an appeal, nor do the lawyers present witnesses or, typically, other forms of evidence.
friend. 1. a person attached to another by feelings of affection or personal regard. 2. a person who gives assistance; patron; supporter: friends of the Boston Symphony.
Definition of friendly for English Language Learners. : 1  acting like a friend : kind and helpful. : 2  having or showing the feelings that friends have for each other. : 3  showing support or approval.