Ep 96. Xmas Best of Show 1
- December 17, 2019
- 46 min
Judge Rinder has become one of TV's most engaging courtroom dramas, mixing real legal cases with the charismatic charm of the judge himself, Robert Rinder. Always managing to balance humor with an appropriate respect for the subject matter, the show has become a favorite for audiences all over the world.
In "Xmas Best of Show 1," the show takes a step back to showcase some of the most memorable and intriguing cases from Judge Rinder's seventh season. From family disputes to personal injury cases, the hour-long episode features an array of intriguing situations, all with one thing in common: there's always a fascinating legal twist.
The episode starts with a family feud, as Judge Rinder tries to mediate a dispute between a mother and daughter who have disagreement over inheritance. As it turns out, the family inherited an inheritance, but when the mother went to take the money out, the daughter still wanted her own share. While things get heated at first, Judge Rinder aims to strike a compromise and find common ground.
The show then turns to a second case, where two neighbors dispute property boundaries. The crux of the issue is that one neighbor built a fence that encroached slightly onto the other person's property. As such, the plaintiff argues that the neighbor should be responsible for the loss of her land, while the defendant argues that the plaintiff needs to show more evidence to make her case. Judge Rinder tries his best to come up with a workable solution while bringing out the humor in the situation.
The show then turns to a more serious matter, as Judge Rinder deals with a personal injury case in which a woman claims that she suffered an injury due to negligence on the part of a store owner. The plaintiff argues that the store owner did not properly maintain the premises, causing her to slip and fall. Judge Rinder weighs the evidence, hears expert testimony, and attempts to come up with a fair and just verdict.
Next, the episode takes on a case where a mother tries to sue an airline over lost luggage. The woman claims that she had valuable family heirlooms in the lost bags, making the damages far greater than just the cost of the lost luggage. As always, Judge Rinder tries to sift through the evidence while keeping things light and humorous.
The show then turns to a case that involves a family and a loan. The crux of the matter is that one member of the family loaned money to another member, and now the family is in disarray because the loan has not been repaid. Judge Rinder tries to find a way to create a repayment plan that will satisfy all parties, but things quickly devolve into a back-and-forth argument.
Finally, the episode concludes with a case that has left viewers debating the outcome ever since it first aired. The situation involves a player in a video game who was scammed out of a valuable item by another player. When the scammer was punished by the game's administrators, he ended up losing his account, and now he is seeking compensation for the loss of his character. Judge Rinder listens to the arguments from both sides and tries to determine what exactly is at stake in this virtual world.
Overall, "Xmas Best of Show 1" is a great example of what makes Judge Rinder such a popular show. Whether you're a legal expert or just a curious viewer, the hour-long episode is sure to provide plenty of entertaining and thought-provoking moments. From family feuds to virtual reality, the show covers a wide range of topics while always maintaining a sense of humor and a deep respect for the law.