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Hon. George W. Gekas: “The only test of whether it is a nonmeritorious claim, that is, frivolous, is when the jury brings in a verdict of zero…”

On the recordMarch 6, 1995
The only test of whether it is a nonmeritorious claim, that is, frivolous, is when the jury brings in a verdict of zero for the plaintiff. Then, at that point, is triggered the loser pays situation.
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Hon. George W. Gekas
Pennsylvania

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the implications of jury verdicts in relation to nonmeritorious claims.

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