United Airlines, Inc. v. McDonald

432 U.S. 385 · Decided June 20, 1977 · Supreme Court of the United States

At a glance

United Airlines, Inc. v. McDonald was decided on June 20, 1977 by a vote of 5–3. The Court affirmed the lower court's decision. Justice Potter Stewart wrote the opinion of the Court. SCDB classifies its main issue as “Federal rules of civil procedure” in the Judicial Power area.

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How the Justices voted

Did not participate: John Paul Stevens.

Full case caption

United Airlines, Inc. v. McDonald

SCDB identifiers: case 1976-151, docket 1976-151-01.

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