Horn v. New York Times

Because I believe that plaintiff Sheila Horn has stated a claim for breach of an implied contract between herself and defendant the New York Times, I dissent. I would affirm the order of the Appellate Division.

Plaintiff began her employment as a physician with the Times in 1995. In 1996, she became the full-time Associate Medical Director of the Times’ Medical Department. Sometime in April 1999, however, Dr. Horn was terminated. In April 2000, she commenced an action, alleging breach of contract (first cause) and an entitlement to punitive damages (second cause). In May 2000, the Times filed…