Harris Was Awarded $4 Million in Damages in a Malpractice

question 76

Multiple Choice

Harris was awarded $4 million in damages in a malpractice case against Dr.Kelsoe.The doctor's attorney filed a motion for a new trial.The motion may be granted if:

• A) the damages are excessive.
• B) the verdict was against the weight of the evidence.
• C) the trial was unfair.
• D) All of these.

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