motion for nonsuit
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From 279 U.S. 792 - Maryland Casualty Co. v. Jones · 1929Most cited · 66 citing opinions
The motion for nonsuit-which corresponded to a motion for a directed verdict-presented the question whether the evidence, with every inference of fact that might be drawn from it in favor of the plaintiff, was sufficient in matter of law to sustain a judgment.