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Remettitur

Definition:

Remettitur refers to a legal term used to describe the power of a court to reduce or set aside a jury's verdict on the grounds that it is excessive or against the weight of evidence.

Example Sentences:

1. The judge exercised the remettitur to reduce the excessive damages awarded by the jury.
2. Upon review, the court decided to grant the remettitur, stating that the verdict was not supported by the evidence presented.
3. In a civil lawsuit, the plaintiff's attorney may request the use of a remettitur if they believe the jury's award is unreasonable.

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