Harris v. NCNB National Bank of North Carolina

MARTIN, Judge.

Plaintiff filed this civil action claiming damages for defamation, “attempted extortion,” intentional infliction of mental distress, and unfair and deceptive practices in commerce in violation of G.S. 75-1.1. Defendant moved, pursuant to G.S. 1A-1, Rule 12(b)(6), that the complaint be dismissed for its failure to state a claim for relief. The trial court granted defendant’s motion and dismissed the action. Plaintiff appealed. We affirm the decision of the trial court.

A motion to dismiss made pursuant to G.S. 1A-1, Rule 12(b)(6) tests the legal sufficiency of the complaint.…