A New Zealand tribunal has dismissed a case where a woman sued her former partner for failing to drive her to the airport, causing her to miss her flight and a concert with friends. The woman claimed her then-boyfriend had breached a “verbal contract” to take her to the airport, stay at her house, and care for her dogs.
Claims of Verbal Contract Breach
The woman argued that her partner’s failure to fulfill his promise led to her incurring additional costs for missing her flight. She provided detailed accounts of the inconvenience, including expenses for a shuttle service to the airport.
Dismissal of the Case
The tribunal ultimately dismissed her claim, ruling against the accusation of a breached verbal contract. Despite her outlined inconveniences, the tribunal did not find sufficient grounds to support her case.
This case highlights the complexities and challenges of legal claims based on verbal agreements, especially in personal relationships.
