Which of the following terms refer to the overturn of verdict when jury misconduct is detected?
A) remittitur
B) judgment notwithstanding the verdict
C) motion for summary judgment
D) motion for judgment on the pleadings

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Jury misconduct refers to actions by jurors that could violate the principles of fairness and impartiality in a trial, such as consulting outside information or engaging in discussions not allowed by the court. When such misconduct is detected and verified, the judge may decide to overturn the verdict or declare a mistrial. In this context, Judgment Notwithstanding the Verdict (JNOV) is the term used to describe a judge's decision to overturn a jury's verdict because it is contrary to the weight of evidence or was influenced by misconduct. Remittitur is a term used to describe a judge's decision to reduce the amount of damages awarded by a jury in a civil case. Motion for Summary Judgment and Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings are pre-trial motions that seek to dispose of a case without a trial, based on the parties' submissions of facts and law. They do not apply to situations where the verdict has already been rendered.

Which of the Following Terms Refer to the Overturn of Verdict