/ˈsɛmənl keɪs/ – Phrase
Definition: tiền lệ đầu tiên.
A more thorough explanation: A seminal case refers to a legal case that establishes a new legal principle or concept, or significantly influences the interpretation of existing laws. Seminal cases often serve as precedents for future cases and have a lasting impact on the development of the law in a particular area.
Example: In the seminal case of Marbury v. Madison, the U.S. Supreme Court established the principle of judicial review.