Winthrop Corp. v. Lowenthal

Frank Lowenthal entered into a contract with Winthrop Corporation (Winthrop) whereby he agreed to write a computer program for that company. The contract called for arbitration of “any disagreement . . . with regard to any matter connected . . . [with the contract].” It also provided, “[i]n the event that any action or proceeding is brought in connection with the Agreement, the prevailing party therein shall be entitled to recover its costs and reasonable attorney’s fees.” A disagreement arose between the parties concerning payment to Lowenthal for alleged extra work, under the contract, and…