McGuire v. Continental Airlines, Inc.

PAUL KELLY, JR., Circuit Judge.

This appeal involves the application of Colorado law to disciplinary procedures and an internal grievance process contained in an employee handbook. Appellant Continental Airlines, Inc. (Continental) appeals from a jury verdict in favor of appellee Kevin McGuire for $200,000 damages on alternative theories of breach of implied contract/promissory estoppel. Our jurisdiction arises under 28 U.S.C. § 1291, and we reverse.

Background

Mr. McGuire began working for Continental as a machinist on July 21,1987. He remained at the same job, with the exception of one short…