12/23/2024 - Justin lost Russ’s Lawsuit
On 12/23/2024 Justin lost part of Russ’s Lawsuit.
The memorandum outlines a legal case involving Russ McKamey, owner of McKamey Manor, who filed a lawsuit against Justin Yerace. McKamey accused Yerace of illegally hacking his email account, accessing private information, and sharing it publicly through social media and a documentary. The claims include violations of federal and state laws, such as the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA), the Stored Communications Act (SCA), and the Tennessee Personal and Commercial Computer Act (TPCCA), along with invasion of privacy and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Key points:
Defendant's Admissions: Yerace admitted in court documents to making statements in the documentary and on social media about accessing McKamey’s email and sharing its contents. However, he denies actually hacking the account, claiming his statements were not admissions of illegal actions.
Court’s Rulings:
The court denied McKamey’s motion for judgment on the pleadings for Counts One (CFAA), Two (SCA), and Eight (TPCCA) due to the lack of definitive proof that Yerace committed unauthorized access.
The court granted McKamey’s motion for judgment on Count Four (invasion of privacy) based on Yerace’s admission that he accessed and shared McKamey’s private emails without authorization.
Next Steps: While Yerace is found liable for invasion of privacy, the determination of damages will proceed to trial. Other claims remain unresolved, requiring further evidence or adjudication.
