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After filing, there will usually be a hearing where both sides can present their arguments, and then the judge will make a decision based on the information provided.
The chances can vary, but it's often considered a tough hill to climb, as courts give a lot of weight to jury decisions unless there's a clear error.
Yes, you can typically appeal the decision, but it may depend on the specifics of your case and the reasons for the denial.
The court looks at the evidence presented and the fairness of the trial, determining whether the jury's decision was based on valid reasoning or tainted by errors.
These are comments made during the trial that can unfairly influence the jury against one party, leading to an unjust verdict.
You can file for a new trial if you think there were significant mistakes during the trial, like improper statements that might have affected the jury's decision.
It's a legal request asking the court to overturn a jury's decision because the verdict was unreasonable or not supported by the evidence.