Germania Street, LLC v. Shrammar Jackson

Introduction

Shrammar Jackson (Appellant) appeals the judgment of the Circuit Court of the City of St. Louis finding in favor of Ger-mania Street, LLC (Respondent). On appeal, Appellant argues that the trial court erred by allowing Respondent to amend its petition during trial to include allegations of unpaid utilities. We amend the trial court’s judgment to reduce the award of damages and affirm on all other points.

Factual Background

Appellant signed a lease contract and addendum (the Lease) to rent an apartment from Respondent. The Lease required Appellant to pay $524 per month in rent and a…