Crawford v. Hertz

OPINION OF THE COURT

Andrea Masley, J.

In this small claims action, claimant Jeremy Crawford alleges that defendant Hertz breached its contract on November 28, 2013 when it failed to make a car available for Mr. Crawford on a holiday weekend.

Mr. Crawford testified credibly that on October 17, 2013, he made a reservation at Hertz on 145th Street for a car for the Thanksgiving holiday, 45 days in advance. Mr. Crawford resides on 145th Street. When he arrived at the designated time, Hertz informed him that it had overbooked. Two hours later, Hertz of*808fered to reduce its charge by $25 if Mr.…