Blackburn v. State, Department of Transportation & Public Facilities

*902OPINION

EASTAUGH, Justice.

I. INTRODUCTION

This appeal concerns the termination of a probationary state employee, Daniel Blackburn, who argues on appeal that he was wrongfully discharged without just cause. Asserting that Blackburn was an at-will employee, the state contends that Blackburn was not entitled to just cause protection. We agree, and affirm the superior court's grant of summary judgment against Blackburn on his wrongful discharge, misrepresentation, implied covenant, and due process claims.

II. FACTS AND PROCEEDINGS

Daniel Blackburn worked for the State of Alaska at the Cold Bay…