Frank v. FLEET FINANCE, INC. OF GEORGIA

Ruffin, Judge.

This case began as a dispossessory action filed by Fleet Finance, Inc. of Georgia against John and Connie Frank following Fleet’s foreclosure on the Franks’ residence in Henry County. In an amended answer, the Franks asserted a counterclaim, seeking punitive damages for intentional infliction of emotional distress. Fleet moved for partial summary judgment on the intentional infliction claim. The trial court granted summary judgment to Fleet, and the Franks appeal. We affirm.

Pursuant to OCGA § 9-11-56, summary judgment is appropriate where there is no genuine issue as to any…