82-2-210. Trial on appeal and costs. On appeal, the question of the amount of damages may be tried by the court or jury as in other cases. If the appellant recovers damages exceeding the amount awarded by the commissioners, the opposite party must pay the costs of appeal, otherwise the appellant.

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Terms Used In Montana Code 82-2-210

  • Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.