New York Court of Appeals

Austin Instrument, Inc. v. Loral Corporation

July 6, 197129 N.Y.2d 124

Summary

The New York Court of Appeals held that Loral proved economic duress, allowing it to recover the price increases it paid under the subcontract, and that its delayed claim was not barred; the case was remanded for a damages computation. Justice Bergan dissented, arguing the issue was factual and should not be reopened.