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A temporary and conditional denial of a Motion for New Trial; the motion is made by the plaintiff who believes that the jury verdict awarded an unreasonably low amount of damages. and thus a new trial on the issue of damages alone should be allowed. If the defendant agrees to an increased amount the motion will be permanently denied.

Source : lawyerintl.com 2005

Language : English

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