Hicks v. Methodist Medical Center

This action was brought by plaintiff Steven Hicks for breach of an employment contract. Following a bench trial, the court rendered judgment for defendant Methodist Medical Center. Plaintiff appeals. We affirm.

Plaintiff Steven Hicks was first employed by defendant in 1983 in its dietary department. After three months, he was terminated because of unsatisfactory performance. In 1984, plaintiff was hired by defendant into its housekeeping department.

During plaintiff’s orientation, defendant gave plaintiff a copy of its personnel handbook. Defendant told plaintiff to read the book, which was 39…