In the Civil Case Jane Doe V

Multiple Choice

In the civil case Jane Doe v.John Deer,the judge learns that the jury was swayed by the fact that Jane Doe was a woman.The jury entered its 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