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N.J. Ct. R. 2:10-1

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Rule 2:10-1 Motion for New Trial as Prerequisite for Jury Verdict Review; Standard of Review

Rule 2:10 — Scope Of Review

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In both civil and criminal actions, the issue of whether a jury verdict was against the weight of the evidence shall not be cognizable on appeal unless a motion for a new trial on that ground was made in the trial court. The trial court's ruling on such a motion shall not be reversed unless it clearly appears that there was a miscarriage of justice under the law.

Amendment history: Source-R.R. 1:5-1(a) (fourth and fifth sentences), 1:5-3(a). Amended July 7, 1971 to be effective September 13, 1971.

Rule 2:10-1 Motion for New Trial as Prerequisite for Jury Verdict Review; Standard of Review

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