In light of all proceedings in this matter, we find that the court properly exercised its discretion in permitting amendment of the complaint (see, Consolidated Edison Co. v. General Acc. Ins. Co., 204 A.D.2d 164). The proposed amended complaint sufficiently cured the alleged defects in the original pleading. Although defendant strenuously argues that plaintiff has pleaded its performance of the agreement in merely conclusory terms, defendant has overlooked CPLR 3015(a), which provides that performance of conditions precedent in a contract need not be pleaded; the burden to plead non-performance "specifically and with particularity" is on the party asserting that contention. Furthermore, plaintiff made a sufficient showing of merit. We have considered defendant's remaining arguments and find them unavailing.
THIS CONSTITUTES THE DECISION AND ORDER OF SUPREME COURT, APPELLATE DIVISION, FIRST DEPARTMENT.