Shaklee Corporation, Cross-Appellant v. El Marie Gunnell and Franklin Gunnell, Cross-Appellees

SETH, Circuit Judge.

This appeal arises from a suit brought by the plaintiff corporation against two individuals who had been active in plaintiff’s direct selling program. Plaintiff’s complaint alleged causes of action for defamation, product disparagement, unfair competition, and willful interference with its business. The complaint was based on statements made by the defendants at meetings, to individuals, and in a variety of circumstances. Some of the statements had been recorded at meetings and during conversations.

The defendants brought a cross-action for wrongful termination of their…