Federal appeals are a legal process where a higher court reviews the decision made by a lower federal court. This process allows parties who are dissatisfied with the outcome of their case to seek a review, ensuring that the law was applied correctly. The appeal is typically heard by a panel of judges in a U.S. Court of Appeals. During an appeal, the focus is on legal arguments rather than new evidence. The appellate court examines the record from the lower court and considers written briefs from both sides. The court then issues a ruling, which can affirm, reverse, or remand the case back to the lower court for further proceedings.