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The jury’s answers to the questions it receives from the court (judge) in the jury charge determines the outcome of the lawsuit (the jury verdict), and is ultimately reflected in the court’s judgment (the statement of the relief granted in the lawsuit—generally who owes who money).

In New Jersey, as in other states, the jury plays a critical role in the legal process during a trial. After hearing the evidence and arguments presented by both sides in a lawsuit, the jury receives instructions from the judge, known as the jury charge. This charge guides the jury on the legal standards that must be applied to the facts of the case. The jury then deliberates and answers specific questions posed to them, often in the form of a verdict sheet. These answers are used to determine the outcome of the lawsuit, which is called the jury verdict. The verdict reflects the jury's findings on issues such as liability and damages. Once the jury has reached a verdict, the judge will enter a judgment based on this verdict. The judgment is the official decision of the court and details the relief granted, such as the amount of money one party owes to another. The judgment is enforceable in law and can be appealed to a higher court if one of the parties believes there has been a legal error in the trial process.

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