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Judgmt as Matter of
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 116. As of December 1, 1991, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure were amended so that “directed verdict” and “judgment notwithstanding the verdict” are both known as ___. | judgment as a matter of law |
| 117. In a jury trial, at the close of P's evidence, D may move for a ___ (formerly directed verdict) under rule 50(a). The judge may grant it if, viewing the evidence in the ___, a reasonable jury could not find for P. | judgment as a matter of law light most favorable to the P |
| 118. The judge should deny the motion for directed verdict if: | a. a reasonable jury could find in plaintiff's favor, or b. the judge wishes to let the case proceed and consider the question later. |
| 119. If the motion for judgment as a matter of law is denied, defendant presents his case. At the close of defendant's evidence, PLAINTIFF AND DEFENDANT may move for judgment as a matter of law, | which may be granted if, looking at all the evidence favorable to the NONMOVANT, and only the unquestionable evidence in MOVANT'S favor, a reasonable jury could only find for movant. |
| 120. After the jury has returned its verdict, the losing party may move for ___ under rule 50(b) anytime within ___ days after entry of judgment. However, movant must have filed a motion for ___ during the trial as a prerequisite. | judgment as a matter of law twenty-eight judgment as a matter of law |
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