Legal Question in Consumer Law in Pennsylvania

Re: Restaurant Breach of Contract

Sounds like your damages are within the jurisdiction of the small claims court, which in Penna is the District Justice. Just go to the nearest District Justice office, and the nice people there will give you the necessary Complaint form.

When you get to the hearing, the judge won't be all that interested in rudenss and conduct in negotiations. Stick to the facts: you had a contract (hopefully with written evidence); they breached; you made reasonable efforts to cover and mitigate damages (by arranging an alternate) and you suffered increased costs (which could include costs of publicizing the change of location).

If "We" is a corporation, you might need an attorney, but individuals can represent themselves.

Good luck with your event!

Re: Restaurant Breach of Contract

Regrettably, it is not easy to obtain compensation. You can either sue in small claims court or in the court of common pleas. But neither one will likely yield you money prior to your dinner. You should find the funds somewhere else.

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Re: Restaurant Breach of Contract

you state you have a contract, was your agreement with the restaurant ever placed in writing? If yes you have a much stronger claim, if not, you still can act...you need to show your reliance on the initial contract (verbal or written) and damages...if you have this you have a viable claim.