Armstrong v. Bank of America

By Judge David T. Stitt

This case involves an allegation by William R. Armstrong that the Bank of America slandered his credit and reputation. In his Motion for Judgment filed August 4,2000, Armstrong alleged that the Bank of America improperly reported to credit reporting agencies as unpaid a $1,100 charge from his Bank of America Visa card.

Both parties agree that a one-year statute of limitations applies to this claim pursuant to Va. Code § 8.01-247.1. The parties also agree that Armstrong’s claim was not tolled during the period of time Armstrong was unaware of the allegedly defamatory…