Motion for New Trial

A motion for a new trial is a legal request made by a party in a court case after a trial has concluded. It asks the judge to overturn the original verdict and conduct a new trial. This motion is usually filed when one party believes there were significant errors during the trial, such as improper jury instructions, new evidence, or misconduct. The goal is to seek a fair resolution, as the party feels the original trial did not adequately serve justice. The judge reviews the motion and decides whether to grant or deny it.