Ep 46. Not fixing things
- November 11, 2019
The People's Court season 23 episode 46, titled "Not fixing things," features plaintiff Bob, who claims that he paid defendant Frank to fix his boat engine but Frank failed to do so. Bob is seeking $5,000 for the cost of the engine repair plus the rental fees of a replacement boat.
Bob explains that he had agreed to pay Frank $2,000 to repair his boat engine, which was not functioning properly. However, after Frank attempted to fix it, Bob noticed that the boat was still having the same problems. When Bob confronted Frank about this, Frank made a few more attempts to repair the engine but was ultimately unable to fix it.
Bob then rented another boat so he could take it out on the water and enjoy his time, but this also came at an additional cost. Bob claims that he has provided Frank with all the necessary funds, but Frank has failed to provide a working engine or refund the money.
Frank, on the other hand, insists that he did everything he could to fix the boat engine and that the problem was too complex for him to solve. He claims that he has already spent a significant amount of time and money attempting to repair the engine and that Bob's demands are unreasonable.
Judge Marilyn Milian presides over the case and hears the testimony of both parties. She examines the evidence and determines that Frank did not fulfill his obligation to fix the engine. She orders Frank to reimburse Bob for the $2,000 he paid for the repair and the rental fees for the replacement boat.
In addition, Judge Milian criticizes Frank for failing to be honest with Bob regarding his inability to fix the engine, which only worsened the situation. She warns him to be more upfront with clients in the future and not to take on projects that he does not have the expertise to handle.
Overall, the episode highlights the importance of honesty and transparent communication in any business transaction. It also serves as a reminder that if a service provider fails to fulfill their obligation, legal action may be necessary to rectify the situation.
