Hayes v. City of Toledo

This matter is before the court on appeal from a judgment of the Lucas County Court of Common Pleas.

Plaintiff-appellant, Joyce Hayes, was employed as a police officer by defendant-appellee, the city of Toledo, on September 24, 1983. On that date, at roll call and during weapons’ inspection, appellant’s weapon accidentally discharged. The bullet struck appellant’s commanding officer, Lieutenant Kevin Wendt.

Later that day, appellant experienced an adverse emotional reaction to the incident and sought treatment at Toledo’s Mercy Hospital. In August 1986, appellant requested a medical leave of…