Beavers vs. The Lebanon Democrat Newspaper

Case Number
M1999-02401-COA-R3-CV
This appeal arises from an action initiated by Plaintiffs, Mae and Jerry Beavers, against the Defendant newspaper, the Lebanon Democrat, for libel and slander. The Beavers' claim arises out of two separate articles published by the newspaper. The trial court granted the newspaper's motion for summary judgment, holding that the first article was substantially true and the second article was a non-actionable opinion. The Beavers appeal.
Authoring Judge
Presiding Judge Alan E. Highers
Originating Judge
Tom E. Gray
Case Name
Beavers vs. The Lebanon Democrat Newspaper
Date Filed
Dissent or Concur
No
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