Torres v. Alfano, No. 550511 (Nov. 29, 2000) Ct Page 14712

[EDITOR'S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.]

MEMORANDUM OF DECISION ON DEFENDANTS' MOTION TO SET ASIDE VERDICT

In this case, the jury returned a verdict in favor of the plaintiff and the defendant, Alfano, has filed a motion to set aside the verdict. The defendant, Alfano, was operating a car owned by the defendant, Zampano. The same lawyer represented both defendants and on July 10, 2000, he sent an offer of judgment to the plaintiff offering a stipulation to judgment against Zampano in the amount of $50,000.00. On July 13, 2000, the plaintiff accepted the offer…