Inland Family Practice Center, LLC v. Sallie M. Amerson

ISHEE, JUSTICE, FOR THE COURT:

¶ 1. Sallie Amerson sued Inland Family Clinic LLC and Dr. Ikechukwu Okorie over an allegedly defamatory statement Dr. Okorie made to another physician concerning Amerson's apparent use of illegal drugs. The Defendants moved for summary judgment, contending the statements were privileged, but the Forrest County Circuit Court denied the motion. Inland and Dr. Okorie petitioned this Court for interlocutory review, which we granted. After due consideration, we reverse the decision of the circuit court and render summary judgment in favor of Inland and Dr. Okorie.

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