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Weisgram v. Marley Co.

528 U.S. 440 (2000)
JurisdictionUnited States
CourtSupreme Court of the United States
Year2000
StatusBinding authority

Summary

Appellate court may direct JMOL when remaining evidence is legally insufficient; new trial not automatic

Key Principle

Appellate court may direct JMOL when remaining evidence is legally insufficient; new trial not automatic

Area of Law

Civil Procedure — FRCP 50 59 60 trial motions and relief

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