The Alabama Court of Civil Appeals is an intermediate appellate court in the state of Alabama. It primarily hears civil cases, including family law, contract disputes, and personal injury claims. Established to relieve the workload of the Alabama Supreme Court, it ensures that decisions made by lower courts are reviewed fairly and efficiently. This court consists of five judges who are elected to six-year terms. They review cases based on the record from the lower courts and written briefs from the parties involved. The decisions made by the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals can be appealed to the Alabama Supreme Court in certain circumstances.