Michelin Tire Corp. v. Goff

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This case involves claims by Randall A. Goff against his employer, Michelin Tire Corporation ("Michelin"), and his supervisor, Ron Morgan, related to the termination of Goff's employment by Michelin.

With respect to Goff's claim against Michelin, the trial court determined, as a matter of law, that an employee handbook issued by Michelin constituted a unilateral contract of employment between Michelin and Goff. The trial court therefore submitted to a jury Goff's…