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DRAFT FOR ATTORNEY REVIEW — NOT FINAL

Newby v. Alto Riviera Apartments, 60 Cal. App. 3d 288 (1976)

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Newby v. Alto Riviera Apartments, 60 Cal. App. 3d 288 (1976)
Parent Document
Newby v. Alto Riviera Apartments, 60 Cal. App. 3d 288 (1976)
Jurisdiction
California (state)
Effective Date
1976-07-20

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noted; “Although it may be that mere insulting language, without more, ordinarily would not constitute extreme outrage, the aggravated circumstances alleged by plaintiff seem sufficient to uphold his complaint . . . .” (2 Cal.3d at p. 499.) Further, respondents’ conduct was not privileged. “It is well established that one who, in exercising the privilege of asserting his own economic interests, acts in an outrageous manner may be held liable for intentional infliction of emotional distress. [Citations.]” (Fletcher v. Western National Life Ins. Co., supra, 10 Cal.App.3d at pp. 395-396.)