20STCV04024 SUNNY HWANG vs LAUREN GUASTAVINO
Defendants Lauren Gustavino and Paul Chambers’ Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings
TENTATIVE RULING: The motion is GRANTED with leave to amend. Plaintiff may file an amended complaint that alleges facts concerning how the statements at issue were published, either verbal or written, to third parties, the damages that occurred thereafter, how Defendants’ conduct was “outrageous” beyond insults and annoyances, Defendant’s duty to Plaintiff and Defendants’ breach of that duty. Plaintiff’s request for sanctions is DENIED.
Hearing Date
September 17, 2020
Type
Defamation (slander/libel) (General Jurisdiction)
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20STCV04024 SUNNY HWANG vs LAUREN GUASTAVINO
Defendants Lauren Gustavino and Paul Chambers’ Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings
TENTATIVE RULING: The motion is GRANTED with leave to amend. Plaintiff may file an amended complaint that alleges facts concerning how the statements at issue were published, either verbal or written, to third parties, the damages that occurred thereafter, how Defendants’ conduct was “outrageous” beyond insults and annoyances, Defendant’s duty to Plaintiff and Defendants’ breach of that duty. Plaintiff’s request for sanctions is DENIED.