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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 York, 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, the jury receives instructions from the judge, known as the jury charge, which outlines the legal standards and definitions relevant to the case. The jury then deliberates and answers specific questions posed in the jury charge, which are designed to guide their decision-making process. These questions often relate to the determination of facts, the application of law to those facts, and the assessment of damages or other remedies. The jury's answers to these questions form the basis of their verdict, which decides the outcome of the lawsuit. Once the jury reaches a verdict, the court enters a judgment based on that verdict, which is a formal statement of the decision and the relief granted, such as monetary compensation or injunctive relief. The judgment is the final step in the trial process and determines the legal obligations of the parties, subject to any appeals.

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