Matter of Will of Fields

WELLS, Judge.

The decisive question brought forward on appeal is whether the court erred in denying propounder’s motions for directed verdict and for judgment notwithstanding the verdict. We apply the same evidentiary test to both motions. Summey v. Cauthen, 283 N.C. 640, 197 S.E. 2d 549 (1973). We consider the evidence in the light most favorable to the caveator, deeming her evidence to be true, resolving all conflicts in her favor, and giving her the benefit of every reasonable favorable inference. In re Andrews, 299 N.C. 52, 261 S.E. 2d 198 (1980). Even where there are contradictions and…