Lochridge v. Pioneer Health Services of Monroe County, Inc.

RUSSELL, J.,

for the Court:

¶ 1. Linda Lochridge appeals the Monroe County Circuit Court’s grant of summary judgment in favor of Pioneer Health Services of Monroe County, Inc. (Pioneer) on Lochridge’s malicious-prosecution claim. Finding several genuine issues of material fact in dispute, we reverse and remand.

FACTS

¶ 2. Lochridge worked as a registered nurse at one of Pioneer’s assisted-living facilities. Lochridge was considered a good employee and maintained positive relationships with patients and staff. On May 4, 2007, she met with Susan Grimes, director of the assisted-living facility, and…