Charles v. McQueen (TPPA Issues)

Style: Bill Charles v. Donna McQueen

TSC Docket Number: M2021-00878-SC-R11-CV

Court of Appeals Opinion: https://tncourts.gov/sites/default/files/OpinionsPDFVersion/McQUEEN%20-Majority%20Opinion.pdf

Summary by the Court of Appeals:

This case involves a lawsuit alleging claims of defamation and false light arising from an online review. In response to the lawsuit, the defendant filed a petition under the Tennessee Public Participation Act to dismiss the lawsuit. The trial court ultimately granted the petition and dismissed the case. For the reasons stated herein, we affirm in part and reverse in part.

Permission to Appeal Granted: March 9, 2023

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