The essential elements of a breach of contract cause of action are the existence of a contract, the plaintiff's performance under the contract, the defendant's breach of that contract, and resulting damages. In order to state a cause of action, the plaintiff's allegations must identify the provisions of the contract that were breached. Where the contract is before the court, its provisions establish the rights of the parties and prevail over conclusory allegations of the complaint.
7 Leaf Compounds, LLC v. Pearl Riv. Campus, LLC, NY Slip Op 04076 (2d Dep't July 9, 2025)
