Mel Tucker informs Michigan State of plans to file wrongful termination lawsuit

Mel Tucker and his attorneys have taken a major step toward a wrongful termination lawsuit against Michigan State. Tucker’s lawyers told university officials to keep their records, which is an indicator a lawsuit is forthcoming, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel and Dan Murphy.

Michigan State officially fired Tucker for cause earlier this week after giving him notice of those plans seven days prior. He is at the center of an investigation in light of allegations against him by prominent advocate Brenda Tracy, and a hearing is set for next week.

It’s the next step in the situation involving Tucker, which got started earlier this month when news broke of the allegations against him. The university suspended him without pay before eventually deciding to fire him for cause.

Mel Tucker’s lawyers have sent an letter to Michigan State asking:

“in anticipation of litigation, the University, together with its representatives and agents, are hereby notified to preserve all electronic and hard-copy documents potentially relating to the litigation.” pic.twitter.com/ubAY7MOvPv

— Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini) September 28, 2023

This story will be updated.

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