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(AMM) Auto scrap buyer TXCAT seeking $500,000 in lawsuit vs. Robie, firms
February 08, 2010 - 16:23 GMT
Location:
PITTSBURGH
KEYWORDS:
automotive
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scrap
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TXCAT
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Phoenix Group Metals
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Phoenix Automotive
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CMS/Morrell Holdings
A Houston automotive scrap buyer is suing a well-known figure in the automotive recycling industry and his companies, alleging that he sent e-mails to customers in an intentional effort to harm its reputation.
The lawsuit, seeking more than $500,000 in damages, was filed by TXCAT against Jay Robie, Phoenix Group Metals LLC, Phoenix Automotive LLC, and CMS/Morrell Holdings LLC. Charges include libel, business disparagement and tortious interference with prospective business relations and existing customers.
Robie, recently named chairman of...
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