Shannon v. Taylor amc/jeep, Inc

Plaintiff appeals as of right from an April 29, 1986, judgment of no cause of action in favor of defendant Taylor AMC/Jeep, Inc., on count v of plaintiff’s complaint entitled "Slander Per Se,” and an April 25 and 29, 1986, judgment for attorney fees and costs in favor of defendants American Motors Sales Corporation (amc) and Taylor.

Plaintiff worked for Taylor for approximately twelve years, the last eight years as parts manager. Plaintiff’s employment was terminated in June, 1982, for his alleged involvement with stolen parts.

During his employment as parts manager, one of the employees under…