Bailey v. Avera

Plaintiff, W.D. Bailey, sued Ralph Avera and Max Carroll, alleging defamation, invasion of privacy, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. At the close of the plaintiff's evidence, the trial court directed a verdict in favor of the defendants on the count alleging intentional infliction of emotional distress. The jury returned a verdict in the defendants' favor on the remaining counts. Bailey filed a motion for new trial, which was denied. Bailey appeals from the defendants' judgment.

Bailey presents two grounds for reversal: (1) That the trial court erred in giving certain jury…