Assume for Purposes of This Assignment That, Contrary to the Weight

question 129

Essay

Assume for purposes of this assignment that, contrary to the weight of the evidence, the jury returned a verdict against Sean Coleman. The areas that you believe the jury ignored are (a) that the design of the motorbike was faulty, and (b) that defendants offered no evidence whatsoever that Mr. Coleman was careless or contributed in any way to the accident. Using your state form, prepare the appropriate motion(s) to the trial court.

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Definitions:

State Interference

Actions or policies by a state government that affect or intrude upon certain areas, often in reference to federal matters or individual rights.

Search Warrant

A legal document authorized by a court that allows law enforcement to conduct searches of property and seize evidence.

Law Enforcement

Law enforcement refers to governmental agencies and officers responsible for maintaining public order, preventing and detecting crime, and enforcing laws.

Court Order

A formal, written directive issued by a judge or court that requires a party to do or refrain from doing something.