CA AB1659

Requires moving, opposing, and reply briefs for motions for judgment notwithstanding the verdict to follow the same filing and service deadlines as motions for new trial under Section 659a (10 days for moving party, 10 days for opposing party, 5 days for reply)

Establishes that a motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict must be filed within the period specified for notice of intention to move for a new trial and the court cannot rule on it until the motion for new trial period expires

Applies the same briefing deadlines and hearing procedures to motions to set aside and vacate a judgment, requiring compliance with Section 659a timelines

Permits extension of briefing deadlines for good cause shown by affidavit or written stipulation of parties for an additional period not to exceed 10 days

Clarifies that filing a motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict does not extend the time to file a notice of intention to move for a new trial, and the court must rule on both motions simultaneously if both are filed