In a Civil Case John Deer Vs

Multiple Choice

In a civil case John Deer vs. Jane Doe, the judge finds that the jury was swayed by the fact that Jane Doe was a woman when passing the verdict in her favor. Owing to this, the judge reduces the damages awarded to Jane by $20,000. This act is called ________.

A) remittitur
B) judgment notwithstanding the verdict
C) motion for summary judgment
D) motion for judgment on the pleadings