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PRECEDENT MAP

The Precedent Map is a visual representation of relevant and related cases that
allows you to quickly prioritise further research.


When looking at a case, select Precedent Map from the tabs at the top of the
document.



Available jurisdictions

The Precedent Map is currently available for all jurisdictions except Spain.




Understanding the Precedent Map

Civil Law Jurisdictions / USA / Canada :


The large circle in the middle represents the main case that you are looking at.
The small circles inside the case represent cases which have been mentioned
within your main case and the large circles around the outside represent later
cases that have looked back to your main case.


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The Precedent Map will display the most significant and influential cases
relevant to your main case so that you can see at a glance where else to direct
your research. The larger the circle, the more in common that case has with your
main case.


If an outer circle is joined to your main case by an arrow, then it has directly
mentioned your case in its judgment. If there is no arrow link between the
circle and your main case, then it is still highly relevant, but not directly
related.


We limit the number of cases available on the Precedent Map to 70 on the outside
(plus all cited cases inside), to be sure that the most influential and
important cases stand out. Our algorithm uses a combination of the number of
citings a particular case has in the relevant area of law as well as the date
that the case was heard (that way, new relevant cases that have not had a chance
to be quoted as often are still displayed).


Other Common Law Jurisdictions :


For common law jurisdictions, the Precedent Map is not limited to the 70 most
relevant citing cases – it will instead display all cases which have cited or
been cited by your main case. As this could get very busy, you can filter the
cases on the map to show only those from a particular area of law, or that have
been treated in a particular way (positive/negative/neutral).

If you have any questions around this feature or would like to book a
complimentary training session to get the most out of your subscription, please
email traininglondon@vlex.com.


This post is also available in: Español

Updated on July 28, 2020



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