On the morning that trial was to begin, defendants submitted a motion in limine seeking, inter alia, "preclusion" of five of the eight causes of action and a motion for a directed verdict on opening statements. The next day, after plaintiffs had submitted written opposition and opening statements were made, the court granted the motion for a directed verdict.
Plaintiffs' opening statement warranted dismissal of the negligence and negligent battery claims, because...
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