Legal Question in Consumer Law in California

breach of contract

The hotel I booked a wedding reception ballroom with has just informed me that the room will not be available because of renovations. I get married in 13 days! I signed a contract for my ballroom back in Oct. 2002. Can they get away with this?

I want the hotel to reschedule the renovations until after my wedding.


Asked on 8/24/03, 1:59 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Alvin Tenner Law Office of Alvin G. Tenner

Re: breach of contract

You will have to look at the contract to see if there are any provisions that cover this situation. If not, then they have to cover the additional expenses.

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Answered on 8/25/03, 8:32 am
Donald Holben Donald R. Holben & Associates, APC

Re: breach of contract

They can get away with this if you let them. Based on information provided thus far, they are in breach of contract. First things first. Confirm, if not already done that your first location has no alternative remedy. If none, find another location for the wedding, etc. After all clears, think of pursuing action for breach of contract. Must have losses. If under $5,000.00, file small claims action. Call to discuss. Don Holben 800-685-6950

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Answered on 8/25/03, 11:35 am
H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

Re: breach of contract

based on the facts u have submitted thus far, the hotel's breach appears to be without merit or legal excuse. thus, based on your facts, you would have a duty to try to mitigate the damages by booking a new venue for your wedding, and the hotel that is in breach now would be liable to you for any out of pocket costs you incur in doing so, especially if the new venue is more expensive than the hotel's price given at the time of contract. if you would like further assistance in this matter, feel free to email me directly with more details and your contact information.

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Answered on 8/24/03, 2:12 pm


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