Trial - JMOL Flashcards
What rules?
50
What was formerly called directed verdict? What rule?
Motion for judgment as a matter of law
R.50(a)
When must a motion for JMOL be made?
Any time before submission of case to jury
Who can make a motion for JMOL?
Any party
What must be specified in a motion for JMOL?
- Judgment sought
2. Law and facts on which party is entitled to judgment
What are requirements for granting JMOL?
- Nonmoving party has been fully heard
2. Court finds that reasonable jury would not have a legally sufficient basis to find for nonmoving party
What was formerly known as judgment notwithstanding the verdict (JNOV)? What rule?
Renewed motion for judgment as a matter of law
R.50(b)
When can renewed motion for judgment as a matter of law be filed?
No later than 28 days after entry of judgment
What must be specified in a renewed JMOL?
- Judgment sought
2. Law and fact on which party is entitled to judgment
What are the requirements for granting renewed JMOL?
- Party making motion must have moved for judgment as a matter of law at some time during trial
- Court must find a reasonable jury would not have a legally sufficient basis to find for the nonmoving party on that issue
