An appeal is available if, after a trial in the U.S. District Court, the losing side has issues with the trial court proceedings, the law that was applied, or how the law was applied. Generally, on these grounds, litigants have the right to an appellate court review of the trial court's actions.

When can you not appeal?

You cannot appeal a court's decision simply because you are unhappy with the outcome; the trial judge must have made a mistake that serves as a “ground” for your appeal. (A “ground” is a legal term that means a cause or basis.)

What does it mean when an appeal is allowed?

If the appeal is allowed, that means that the court has decided in favour of the appellant or the party who brought the appeal forward. ... Appeal dismissed means that the court will decide in favour of the respondent or the party against whom the appeal is brought.