DeWolf v. Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, LLC

Plaintiff, Harry DeWolf, brought a wrongful death action against defendant following the death of plaintiffs daughter, Taylur DeWolf, while she was snowboarding at defendant’s ski resort. The jury found in favor of defendant, determining that defendant was not negligent. However, after entering a judgment on the jury’s verdict, the trial court granted a motion by plaintiff under ORCP 64 B for a new trial. Defendant appeals the trial court’s order granting a new trial. We conclude that the trial court did not abuse its discretion in ordering a new trial and, accordingly, affirm.

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