In making its decision, the appellate court may affirm the trial court, meaning that it accepts the decision of the lower court, or may reverse it, thus agreeing with the appellant's contention that the trial court's decision was erroneous.
Marriott Buys Starwood for $12.2B, Becomes World's Largest Hotel Owner The combination creates a hot powerhouse of more than 5,500 hotels in more than 100 countries. By Lou Whiteman
New Orleans Hotel Owners Sue Ritz-Carlton and Marriott. The owners of three hotels in New Orleans managed by Ritz-Carlton have sued Ritz-Carlton and its owner, Marriott International, accusing them of financial mismanagement and deceptive business practices.