In Jain v. Rich , Anubmav Jain sought to recover a security deposit given to David Rich, his former landlord.
In response to his tenant's refund request, Rich claimed he was entitled to an offset due to repairs made to the apartment after Jain's departure. Although he alleged the stove was broken and the apartment was left in disarray, Rich was unable to prove either of those claims (because he lacked receipts for the supposed cleaning and repairs).
After the Yonkers City Court granted relief in Jain's favor, Rich appealed to the Appellate Term, Second Department.
Without proof that Rich incurred any damage, the AT2 agreed that Jain needed to prevail.
And that's how Jain got Rich.
To view a copy of the Appellate Term's decision, please use this link: Jain v. Rich