Caldwell v. District of Columbia

MEMORANDUM OPINION ON DEFENDANTS’ POST-TRIAL MOTIONS

KESSLER, District Judge.

On January 24, 2001, following six days of trial including deliberations, a jury returned a verdict for Plaintiff on all claims in the amount of $ 174,178.00. Defendants have renewed their trial motion for judgment as a matter of law, Fed.R.Civ.P. 50(b), and alternatively move for a new trial pursuant to Fed.R.Civ.P. 59(a). Upon review of the motion, Plaintiffs opposition, the extensive record in this case and the applicable law, both motions will be denied, except that the verdicts assessing damages for violation of…