Stagecoach Transportation, Inc. v. Shuttle, Inc.

We consider in this case whether a claim for damages under G. L. c. 93A, brought in a Massachusetts court, is precluded by a choice of law provision (New York law as the choice) in an unsigned contract. We further consider whether jury misconduct in this case requires a new trial, whether the plaintiff was in breach of the contract, thereby excusing the defendant’s breach, and, finally, whether the evidence of damages at trial was sufficient to support the jury’s award. We find no error and affirm the judgment and the orders of the Superior Court denying motions for a new trial and other…