Marshall Supreme Court Cases

Definition

These are landmark decisions made by the U.S. Supreme Court under Chief Justice John Marshall, which established key precedents for federalism, judicial review, and the interpretation of the Constitution.

Analogy

Consider these cases as game-changing rules introduced during a basketball match. They fundamentally change how players approach and play the game - just like how these cases shaped legal interpretations and practices.

Related terms

Marbury v. Madison (1803): This case established judicial review – the power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional.

McCulloch v. Maryland (1819): This case affirmed federal supremacy over states, stating that states cannot tax federal institutions.

Gibbons v. Ogden (1824): This case clarified Congress' commerce powers extending to regulation of navigation.