Harmon v. Cunard

Benham, Judge.

This case involves defamation of title to land under OCGA § 51-9-11. Cunard contracted with Harmon to repair and reconstruct portions of Harmon’s house, which had been damaged by fire. The contract price agreed to by the parties was $14,942.42. Cunard had partially completed the work for which they had contracted but had not received any payment when he filed a material and labor lien for $14,000. He later filed suit against Harmon seeking a judgment for $5,826.50 under the contract, $4,000 for lost time and profits, and $200 for materials allegedly damaged by Harmon. Harmon…