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A directed verdict is a procedure used by judges during trial to dismiss one or more claims when the party with the burden of proof (plaintiff) has failed to introduce evidence that is sufficient for a reasonable jury to find in favor of the party with the burden of proof. A directed verdict is like a summary judgment, but happens during trial rather than before trial.

In Kansas, a directed verdict is a ruling by the court during a jury trial, typically requested by a defendant, where the judge determines that the plaintiff has not presented sufficient evidence to reasonably support their claim, and therefore, no reasonable jury could find in favor of the plaintiff. This procedural action occurs after the plaintiff has presented their case but before the case is submitted to the jury for deliberation. The directed verdict is governed by Kansas Statutes and the Kansas Rules of Civil Procedure. If the motion for a directed verdict is granted, the case is resolved without the need for the jury to deliberate on the plaintiff's claim. This is similar to a summary judgment, which is a pre-trial determination that there are no factual issues to be tried and the case can be decided on legal issues alone. However, a directed verdict occurs after the trial has begun and the plaintiff has had the opportunity to present their case.

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