After both parties have rested, the defendant, but not the plaintiff, may move for (request of the judge) a directed verdict.

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Both the defendant and the plaintiff can move for a directed verdict after both parties have rested their cases. This is a request for the judge to make a decision without the case going to the jury, based on the argument that no reasonable jury could find in favor of the opposing party given the evidence presented.

After Both Parties Have Rested, the Defendant, but Not the Plaintiff