In a Civil Case John Deer Vs

question 7

Multiple Choice

In a civil case John Deer vs. Jane Doe, the judge finds that the jury was swayed by the fact that Jane Doe was a woman when passing the verdict in her favor. Owing to this, the judge reduces the damages awarded to Jane by $20,000. This act is called ________.

• A) remittitur
• B) judgment notwithstanding the verdict
• C) motion for summary judgment
• D) motion for judgment on the pleadings

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Definitions:

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