Margoles v. Hubbart

Discretionary review was granted wherein defendants, James and Sherry Hubbart and Newport Publications seek reversal of an order denying their motion for summary judgment in a defamation action. We affirm.

The plaintiff, Neil Margóles, was the manager of the Port District of Pend Oreille from November 1, 1978, until his resignation on March 31, 1982. The defendants, James and Sherry Hubbart, and their wholly owned corporation, Newport Publications, publish the Newport Miner, a local newspaper. Mr. Margóles brought an action for defamation, contending that three articles, written by Mr. Hubbart…