Gunsolley v. Bushby

This is an action at law for money damages based on plaintiff’s contention that the defendant hospital district failed to comply with constitutional requirements in terminating her employment. Plaintiff prevailed in a nonjury trial in circuit court, being awarded a judgment for $4,736 plus costs and disbursements. Defendants appeal.

Defendant Umatilla Hospital District No. 1 operates Umatilla Hospital. ① As of March 22,1972, plaintiff had been employed by the hospital district for over 13 years and was, on that date, dietary supervisor in charge of the hospital kitchen. On March 22 plaintiff…