Arata v. Gustin

This case involves the breach of a lease agreement.

Josephine Arata leased to James Gustin, Doris Gustin and W. V. Martin a building for use as a nightclub. The lease was for a term of five years with rent set at $1,000.00 a month plus three percent of the gross sales. The tenants were responsible for any repairs and maintenance and could remove their equipment at the end of the term. The lease also prohibited any assignment or sublease without Arata's written approval.

The term of the lease began in November 1978. There is a dispute over what amount of rent was paid in November, but it is…