Asked by Dontazsha Brown on May 18, 2024
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Which of the following is a motion requesting that the court grant judgment in favor of the moving party on the ground that the jury verdict against the moving party was unreasonable or erroneous?
A) Motion for a directed verdict
B) Motion for a new trial
C) Motion in limine
D) Motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict
Judgment Notwithstanding
A legal decision where the court overturns the jury's verdict because the facts do not legally support the decision.
Jury Verdict
The decision made by a jury at the end of a trial, regarding the guilt or innocence of the defendant or the resolution of a civil dispute.
Motion
A formal request made to a court or judge for an order or ruling in favor of the requester.
- Understand the procedures and significance of various motions in the trial process.
Verified Answer
BO
Brendan O'RourkeMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict (JNOV) is specifically used to request the court to reverse the jury's verdict on the grounds that the jury could not have reasonably reached such a verdict based on the evidence presented.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the procedures and significance of various motions in the trial process.