Tackett v. Georgia Department of Corrections

Adams, Judge.

Cliff W. Tackett, Jr., filed suit against the Department of Corrections (“DOC”) asserting claims for breach of contract, promissory estoppel and intentional infliction of emotional distress in connection with his employment. After the parties filed cross-motions for summary judgment, the trial court granted summary judgment 1 to the DOC and denied Tackett’s motion. Tackett appeals.

“Summary judgment is proper when there is no genuine issue of material fact and the movant is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. We review the grant of summary judgment de novo, construing the…