Turman v. Central Billing Bureau, Inc.

Plaintiff brought this action against defendant collection agency to recover damages for defendant’s alleged outrageous conduct. Judgment was entered on plaintiff’s verdict, and defendant appeals.

Defendant first contends that the trial court erred in denying its motion for a directed verdict. We review the evidence in the light most favorable to the plaintiff to determine if there was sufficient evidence for the case to go to the jury. This court has recognized the tort of outrageous conduct in Pakos v. Clark, 253 Or 113, 453 P2d 682 (1969), and Rockhill v. Pollard, 259 Or 54, 485 P2d 28…