Case Scenario: There has been a jury trial and the Defense has rested in the Harris-Preston negligence case. The attorney for Officer Preston believes that the facts support a judgment in his favor.
Problem 1: What kind of motion could the attorney file to terminate the trial and cause the judge to enter a judgment in his favor?
The motion is denied and the jury comes back with a verdict in favor of the plaintiff in the amount of $500,000. The attorney for Officer Preston does not believe the verdict is justified based on the evidence presented.
Problem 2: What kind of Motion could the attorney file and what would the purpose of the Motion be?
This Motion is denied as well. The Attorney believes that the entire process is flawed and that due process has not been afforded to Officer Preston. Before filing a Notice of Appeal, there is one more Motion that the Attorney needs to file.
Problem 3: What is the Motion and what would be the basis of it?