The Commonwealth Court has agreed to hear argument over two issues in a lawsuit filed against state Attorney General Kathleen Kane, including whether a cause of action for a “name-clearing hearing” may be brought against Kane in her personal capacity. The court will also review whether absolute immunity can be applied when a state official acts outside the scope of her authority and employment.
The court issued a per curiam order Dec. 22 in Thomas v. Kane, consolidating appeals from both sides following an Aug. 17 order from the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, where the suit was brought.
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