H. O. Brackney & Son v. Ryniewicz

This is an action to recover a claimed balance due on the basis of quantum meruit on the cost of building a summer cottage and boathouse for defendants.. In May, 1952, plaintiff entered into a written contract with defendant Andrew A. Ryniewiez to build a house for the sum of $18,063. The contract was based upon certain plans. About a week later a new contract was entered into for $19,000. This contract, like the first contract, was signed by Andrew A. Ryniewiez but not by his wife Victoria Ryniewiez. Construction of the house had been started when certain changes were directed to be made by…