Reynolds v. MacFarlane

Memorandum Decision

BENCH, Senior Judge:

¶ 1 John Reynolds appeals from the trial court’s dismissal of his intentional tort claims against Bret MaeFarlane. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand to the trial court.

¶ 2 On August 5, 2009, MaeFarlane walked into the break room at his workplace where his coworker, Reynolds, was standing in front of the microwave oven.2 Reynolds was holding a ten dollar bill somewhat loosely in his hand. Reynolds was unaware of MacFarlane’s presence. MaeFarlane approached Reynolds from behind and, without touching Reynolds, quickly snatched the ten dollar…