Lewis v. Congress of Racial Equality

This appeal is from an order refusing to vacate a default judgment.

Appellant, a New York corporation allegedly invaded respondent’s privacy by using respondent’s name in soliciting funds for a charitable organization. On April 13, 1978, respondent obtained default judgment for $150,000.00 actual damages and $100,000.00 punitive damages.

A motion to vacate was made on August 7, 1978 pursuant to S. C. Code § 15-27-130 (1976). The motion was denied.

Appellant first asserts service under S. C. Code § 36-2-806 (1976) was improper, arguing that service under this section is limited by S. C. Code §…