Ep 6. NEVER Say a Judge Made a Mistake!; Teen Counselor Demands Payback!

In this episode of Judge Judy, titled "NEVER Say a Judge Made a Mistake!; Teen Counselor Demands Payback!", two cases are brought before Judge Judy for resolution. The first case involves a dispute between two former roommates over unpaid rent and damages to the apartment. The plaintiff claims that the defendant left the apartment in disarray, causing damage to the floors and walls, and failed to pay her share of the rent. The defendant argues that the plaintiff kicked her out without giving her proper notice and that she should not be responsible for all the damage.

Judge Judy listens to both sides of the story and looks at the evidence presented by each party, including photographs of the apartment before and after the defendant moved out. She questions each party and finds inconsistencies in their stories. She also points out that the lease clearly states that both parties are jointly and severally liable for the rent and any damages caused to the property. In the end, Judge Judy rules in favor of the plaintiff, awarding her the full amount of unpaid rent and the cost of repairs.

The second case involves a teenage girl who claims that a counselor who provided her with free counseling services is now demanding payment for his services. The plaintiff argues that she was never informed that there would be a fee for the counseling sessions and that the counselor is now harassing her and her family for payment. The defendant argues that he informed the plaintiff's mother that there would be a fee for his services and that the plaintiff had agreed to pay the fee.

Judge Judy questions both parties and examines the evidence, which includes text messages and emails exchanged between the plaintiff and the defendant. She notes that there is no written agreement outlining the terms of the counseling services or the fee, which makes it difficult to determine who is in the right. She also questions the defendant's credentials as a counselor and his previous criminal record.

In the end, Judge Judy rules in favor of the plaintiff, stating that without a clear agreement outlining the terms and the fee, the defendant has no legal grounds to demand payment. She also orders the defendant to stop harassing the plaintiff and her family. The plaintiff is awarded court costs and her time spent preparing for the case.

Overall, this episode of Judge Judy showcases the importance of clear agreements and proper communication in resolving disputes. Judge Judy uses her years of experience and legal knowledge to cut through the confusion and get to the heart of each case. Through her tough but fair approach, she helps both plaintiffs and defendants find closure and move on from their legal disputes.