Motion for Judgment as a Matter of Law
/ˈmoʊʃən fɔr ˈdʒʌdʒmənt æz ə ˈmætər ʌv lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal request made to a court to rule in favor of the moving party on the basis that no reasonable jury could find for the opposing party, typically made after the opponent's presentation of evidence.
The defense filed a motion for judgment as a matter of law after the plaintiff rested its case to challenge the sufficiency of evidence.
Forms
- motion for judgment as a matter of law
Related terms
See also
Commentary
Often abbreviated as JMOL, this motion serves as a critical procedural tool to test the legal sufficiency of evidence before the case proceeds to jury deliberation.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.