Independent Communications Network, Inc. v. MCI Telecommunications Corp.

MEMORANDUM-ORDER GASCH, Senior District Judge.

I. INTRODUCTION

This diversity case, brought by plaintiff Independent Communications Network, Inc. (“ICN”), involves the claim that its business reputation has been harmed by defendant MCI’s alleged defamatory remarks. 1 There are three counts to the complaint: (1) defamation and slander of business reputation, (2) tortious interference with business and contractual relationships and (3) violation of D.C.’s Consumer Protection Procedures Act (“CPPA”), D.C.Code § 28-3901 et seq. (1981 & 1986 Supp.). In damages, plaintiff requests $20 million in…