Spann v. Springfield Clinic

On May 22, 1990, plaintiff Donna Spann filed a complaint in the circuit court of Sangamon County against defendant Springfield Clinic, a partnership, contending defendant improperly discharged her from her employment with defendant. She sought reinstatement and money damages. On December 6, 1990, plaintiff filed an amended three-count complaint against defendant. Count I alleged defendant had terminated plaintiff’s employment without affording her grievance-procedure rights provided for in an employees’ handbook. Count II alleged defendant breached a duty of good faith owed plaintiff pursuant…