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DRAFT FOR ATTORNEY REVIEW — NOT FINAL

Fellows v. Martin, 217 Conn. 57 (1991)

Citation
Fellows v. Martin, 217 Conn. 57 (1991)
Parent Document
Fellows v. Martin, 217 Conn. 57 (1991)
Jurisdiction
Connecticut (state)
Effective Date
1991-01-01

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The facts of this case, however, present a compelling case for equitable intervention on the ground of forfeiture. In light of the tenant’s substantial investment in the leasehold, it was plain error for the trial court to have rendered judgment awarding possession to this landlord for the tenant’s default of a mere $25.01. Since the tenant’s breach was not willful, but was premised on a good faith dispute, forfeiture of her interest would be wholly disproportionate to the gravity of her default. I therefore agree with parts IV, V and VI of the majority opinion.