Torsky v. Avon Products, Inc.

OPINION

BENJAMIN F. GIBSON, District Judge.

Plaintiff Barbara Torsky filed the instant action against defendant Avon Products, Inc. (“Avon”) alleging breach of contract, retaliatory discharge, and handicap discrimination under Michigan law. The facts giving rise to the cause of action involve Avon’s alleged refusal to return plaintiff to her former position or, alternatively, to a comparable position following a leave of absence for a work-related back injury. Presently pending before the Court is Avon’s motion for judgment on the pleadings or summary judgment. For reasons stated below,…