Deaton clarified his statement, noting that he never implied an appeal can't come before a jury verdict. He added that while both parties have the right to appeal, it won't be immediate.  Furthermore, the prominent pro-XRP lawyer explained that either party could ask Judge Torres to approve their appeal request before asking the second circuit to accept it.  Deaton emphasized that he doesn't think Judge Torres would approve the SEC's request. More info: https://tinyurl.com/ya49ndv8