Lewis v. Oregon Beauty Supply Co.

This case involves the torts of intentional infliction of severe emotional distress and intentional interference with an economic relationship. The case also involves three defendants: Oregon Beauty Supply Company (OBSC), Scott Stebbeds and his father, Lawrence Stebbeds. The relationship of each defendant to each claim raises independent issues.

There was evidence from which a jury could find the following facts: Plaintiff was employed by OBSC beginning in 1980. She initially handled shipping, packing and receiving and was subsequently promoted to a sales position. It was her responsibility to…