Jacobs v. Yale University, No. 277513 (Sep. 21, 2000)

[EDITOR'S NOTE: This case is unpublished as indicated by the issuing court.]

MEMORANDUM OF DECISION RE MOTION TO SET ASIDE THE VERDICT (No. 177); MOTION FOR REMITTITUR (No. 183); MOTION TO SET ASIDE VERDICT AND FOR A NEW TRIAL (No. 184); AND MOTION TO SET ASIDE VERDICT AND FOR JUDGMENT NOTWITHSTANDING THE VERDICT (No. 185)

I. INTRODUCTION.

This is a medical malpractice case involving truly horrifying injury. For over thirteen years, William J. ("Billy") Jacobs, the young man at the center of the case, has, with awe-inspiring resilience, dedication, and humor, endured physical and mental injuries…