Garvey Files a Suit in a State Court Against Hi-Rise

question 55

Multiple Choice

Garvey files a suit in a state court against Hi-Rise Apartments. At the conclusion of Garvey's case, Hi-Rise files a motion asking the judge to direct a verdict for the defendant on the ground that Garvey has presented no evidence to support his claim. This is a motion for​

• A) ​a judgment in accordance with the verdict.
• B) ​a judgment as matter of law.
• C) ​a new trial.
• D) ​judgment n.o.v.

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Definitions:

Emancipated Minors

Minors who have been legally granted some of the rights and responsibilities of adulthood, often through court process or marriage.

Avoid

To keep away from or prevent something from happening, often used in legal contexts regarding contracts or obligations.

Incompetents

Individuals who are legally declared unable to manage their own affairs due to mental incapacity, age, or other reasons, requiring a guardian or conservator.

Intoxicated Persons

Intoxicated persons are those under the influence of alcohol or drugs to a degree that impairs their ability and judgement, impacting their legal capacity in certain contexts.