Herzog v. Williams

OPINION OF THE COURT

Edwin S. Shapiro, J.

Plaintiffs bring this small claims action against their carpenter/ contractor for the value of uncompleted work in the amount of $1,356.16. The defendant interposed a $2,000 counterclaim for “extras”. Plaintiffs moved to amend their claim to $2,000, which motion is hereby granted.

At a trial before the court the following facts emerged:

The parties enjoyed a cordial relationship prior to the *19transaction in issue. Plaintiffs were familiar with the extent of defendant’s skill as a carpenter. At plaintiffs’ request, defendant recommended an architect who…