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A directed [[verdict]] is a verdict rendered by a [[judge]] who takes the issue away from a [[jury]]. Strictly speaking, the judge directs the jury to render the particular verdict. | A directed [[verdict]] is a verdict rendered by a [[judge]] who takes the issue away from a [[jury]]. Strictly speaking, the judge directs the jury to render the particular verdict. | ||
Typically a directed verdict is in a case in which the [[plaintiff]] has failed to present on the facts of his case proper [[evidence]] for jury consideration, and the trial judge orders the entry of a verdict without allowing the jury to consider it. | Typically a directed verdict is in a case in which the [[plaintiff]] has failed to present on the facts of his case proper [[evidence]] for jury consideration, and the trial judge orders the entry of a verdict without allowing the jury to consider it. | ||
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Revision as of 04:52, January 6, 2008
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A directed verdict is a verdict rendered by a judge who takes the issue away from a jury. Strictly speaking, the judge directs the jury to render the particular verdict.
Typically a directed verdict is in a case in which the plaintiff has failed to present on the facts of his case proper evidence for jury consideration, and the trial judge orders the entry of a verdict without allowing the jury to consider it.