Not Getting It Done

The plaintiff hired and paid the defendant to install a dishwasher and a hot water tank, but she claims the defendant did half the work and disappeared, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant, a recovering addict, says he asked the plaintiff to stop smoking weed and drinking while he was working, so the defendant left. The defendant is countersuing for harassment, slander, and false claims.
Case #27036
#PeoplesCourt #RealityTV #Court

[@traceyaz125]

That’s outrageous that he had to pay for an electrician and plumber for her! She knew he wasn’t a professional and she was more than happy to have him come and do the job on the cheap. Crazy verdict.

[@JeremiahLOsborne]

I think the main problem was that he wasn't qualified to do the job from the beginning. He never should have touched that hot water heater, and as the professional he should have told the customer he didn't know really what he was doing. Instead, he told her he would put a bandaid on it, and then she could call a real contractor. Unfortunately, he did more damage then good for her. And because he screwed up even further what was already a broken situation, he had to pay to make it right.

[@16MedicRN]

​@@JeremiahLOsborneagreed.

[@carolharris5455]

I was shocked and I believe the man did leave in order To protect his sobriety so what was left was work he did not even have time to finish

[@lizconners3308]

She’s shady 😅

[@user-rm1br3sw7x]

The plaintiff, like so many others, goes looking for a bargain and they get what they deserve. They don't want to pay what a professional quotes them, so they get an unqualified 'Johnny the handyman' to do the job cheaply.

[@grannym2880]

Wow. One of the rare occasions I don't agree with the judgement. What a beastly woman the plaintiff is.

[@rwallace2706]

The son is like "Ma please let's go!".

[@mscmoney2007]

I don’t think he should have had to pay. She called him and knew he wasn’t licensed. I’m surprised at this verdict.

[@carmenultra1]

Unfair, why he gotta pay for her work?! She’s foul, I feel bad for the defendant

[@lee-qz7bd]

Wow! That woman at the end! Obsessed much? She's nuts! She's going to drive everyone around her mad. The embarrassment of her ( I'm assuming ) son is so sad.

[@magicworld3242]

Another horrible decision by the Judge. Why would she give this woman a dime.

[@mountendew]

Agreed

[@heidicrimmings9615]

Congratulations on your sobriety, sir This is one time I'm glad the defendant doesn't have to pay the judgement.

[@jestervonwize4455]

A. He lost and has to pay a bunch of money. B. He doesn't seem sober to me.

[@heidicrimmings9615]

@@jestervonwize4455 the show pays the judgements

[@lauracurtin631]

Sober is the LAST thing he is.

[@Aprilrainsss]

@@jestervonwize4455lol they don’t pay that’s the point of the show that the company pays them that’s why they don’t get mad they gotta pay.

[@delishme2]

​@@lauracurtin631And she is a stoner, she made three mistakes in the first two minutes.

[@ianwilkinson5069]

No good deed goes unpunished.

[@ConfusedinJuly]

Plaintiff is a terrible person to the core. Defendant, congrats on 30 years❤

[@dianabohanan9347]

This lady should just be happy with what she got, but she's talking about him getting a $10,000 fine and 2 1/2 years in jail? She seems like a real b****. It looked like the guy she was with was trying to shut her up

[@HD-yt4dg]

Not fair; she called him because she probably got the Holiday rates from bonded, licensed electricians/plumbers, and didn't want to pay those rates. The guy did her a favor.

[@adwallace021938]

Hearing how vindictive she STILL is at the end, when she was talking to Doug, I totally believe that she said those things about the defendant! She showed her true colors and is a nasty, vile person! Even her son at the end seemed completely embarrassed by her!!

[@zoeg7985]

Did you see her smile when the judge asked if she said those things about killing his wife? Deplorable woman

[@maryharris4256]

Ultimate karen

[@zenobiachapman1636]

Did she know he wasnt licensed. Sounds like thats the risk she took to get hot water right then and there. I feel like she shouldve ate that cuz it was her decision. She knew he wasnt licensed cuz he didnt have the damn tools to even do the job.

[@zenobiachapman1636]

Oh she mad mad even tho she won. She mad about something else.

[@z_ed]

​@@zenobiachapman1636 she just wants to smoke a blunt, lol

[@Nurse_Nash]

The son at the end 😩 Bless his heart!

[@jddr74]

Exactly. He's been dealing with that crazy his whole life!

[@brittanil.1415]

Her son looks like he is annoyed by her. And he seemed so nice and respectful at the end. Interesting. Children of "narcissist "

[@ryans413]

Oh come on he told her he’s just a handyman and not licensed. She was aware he was doing the bare minimum just until she could get an actual licensed installer

[@Nebrvskv]

I feel so bad for Kevin... the way he walked off heads down. Plaintiff can go to hell.

[@heatherbaker8596]

This woman is an absolute "B" she wanted help and didn't care who it was but when her decision starts to cost her money she is willing to turn everyone in, thats gratitude for you.

[@magicworld3242]

The plaintiff is an absolute piece of 💩. I couldn't stand her. The verdict was terrible. She shouldn't have gotten a dime.

[@atis9061]

she's a bee?

[@ohcaptainmycaptain4829]

Did you tell people he killed his wife? Her: no (smiles)

[@missy67]

As JM always says - "the cheap turns out expensive" - but somehow the plaintiff didn't up paying the extra expense, the defendant did! I believe the plaintiff assumed the risk of hiring a "handyman" - he came over on Xmas day - you get what you pay for! The plaintiff sounded vindictive when talking to Doug - saying the defendant might go to jail for his involvement - well she doesn't sound like a saint either!

[@TheM1220yh]

Judge Mathis would have granted his countersuit

[@papawhelp]

No he wont

[@mistiinseattle]

With friends like the plaintiff he does not need enemies

[@StevenDoh]

I completely disagree with this ruling... A hot water heater is around $1,000 installation is usually another thousand so basically she got a free system. She hired him knowing good and well he was not licensed. Judge Judy would have told her to deal with it

[@vivianpatton5692]

She knew & let him work on it anyway . She is a Nasty person to say & do what she did .

[@jeanicelewis510]

She HIRED A HANDY MAN for CHEAP SERVICES! SHE COULD GET $0!! SHE probably will hire another handyman

[@misseazar4250]

She doesn’t have a problem With ppl Calling her ma’am she has a problem with misss

[@lestwanisrankin2135]

She was going to have to pay that anyway so she should have just gotten that $300 back.

[@yongato]

THANK YOU! Finally, somebody with common sense. He did not quote a patio or painting a room a different color. He quoted $300 for a MUST do repair that she had to do anyways on Christmast Day! Making him pay for a plumber and an electrician is absurd.

[@Web19814]

The son with the plaintiff😂😂😂😂 he is like SHUT UP! with how she acted after you know she said that stuff about him

[@kimberlyadorno280]

Her moral support was utterly embarrassed out in the hall. He just wanted her to shut her pie hole.😂

[@locahermosa8144]

Completely disagree with the ruling in this case. The plaintiff is a nasty person and I believe everything the defendant said. He should have been awarded something for defamation.

[@CosmicSoul333]

Unfortunately, he had the burden of proof, and he failed to provide any for his case. That is how court works. She had her evidence and won her case 🤷🏾‍♀️. If you do work you are not legally licensed or qualified to do, you suffer the consequences. Hopefully this serves as a lesson for how he does business moving forward.

[@locahermosa8144]

@CosmicSoul333 I know how court works thank you though she knew who she hired so there's that

[@teairathomas663]

I think it should have been 50-50, because part of it was her fault because she knew he wasn’t licensed. She went with a cheaper way and got what she bargained for. she seem like she out to really try to ruin this man’s life the way she was going on at the end.

[@gena7385]

☠️The guy telling Harvey he’s a renter☠️

[@ShredworthyDave]

I love how doug rubs it in on both parties😂😂😂😂

[@tennille925]

This judge pisses me off how can she make him pay and she knew he was a "handy man" that was her decision. I'm glad they canceled her. Next time go to judge Mathis!!

[@HikaruAio2]

Surprised no one is talking about how the defendant couldn’t hold a straight face to save her life when she was asked if she said any of those things. She did it.

[@tracywestern1983]

You mean plaintiff

[@falagi3]

I feel like you should have undo the deal not have him pay for her whole bill. That is crazy

[@tamarajackson6080]

Her not being punished for the things she said to and about him (I believe she said the nasty things about his deceased ex wife) is terrible. I get it but this just puts her in the mindset of her actions being excusable.

[@CassandraReneeXOXO]

That’s horrible he had to pay her anything! She knew his skills and she chose to go the cheap route! I think JM definitely got it wrong on this case!

[@Catloudan]

They both are goofy. Match made in heaven....or hell 😅

[@sheeeeeeesh667]

“Yes sir” I still can’t believe people call her sir like OPEN YOUR EYES

[@ferolsellon7749]

Even in military, sir is allowed.

[@robynrutkowski1950]

I thought she was talking to bailiff.

[@SRFAA]

People do that with Judge Judy too. It's not that big of a deal.

[@familytv9585]

I wasn’t sure if she said, “Yes, Sir” or “Yes Sure”.

[@riggamorrischan]

@@SRFAAwell judge milian typically correct litigants when they say “yes, ma’am” she’ll usually tell them to say your honor or judge but I don’t think she heard the plaintiff say sir under her breath

[@paultin3302]

He was only helping her out , I think she’s ungrateful, I didn’t believe her.

[@joeybiden7755]

I think the plaintiff had a few drinks and smoked a joint before coming into court! 😂 why did Doug smack himself upside the head when the lady walked off? 😂

[@peekaboots01]

Poor guy. The plaintiff trying to take advantage and he was just trying to help.

[@emc4870]

Ok, but the creepy dude they interviewed. 💀

[@ferolsellon7749]

All i hear is that guy breathing 😂

[@David-wo9un]

Why did he have to pay for a licensed plumber and electrician? At most, he should have returned what he was paid because the job was done incorrectly; he didn’t cause additional charges to have the job done by someone with a license.

[@gilannev9171]

My exact sentîment ! JM was wrong on this one. And now the nasty plaintiff will have more chutzpah to harass the defendant as what she said to Doug. Tsk tsk tsk … The judge has noticed that the Inspector was kinda chummy with the plaintiff going above &over what his job calls for ( his report sounded like a police report even noting the use of Plaintiff’s crefit card , etc .)

[@glenncurley680]

That Lady needs her Bong Toke!

[@mokkamellb6811]

the look on her face when she answered she probably said that.

[@porridgesilt]

Is the plaintiff drunk? Yikes. 😬

[@rowan64official]

He didn't seem aggressive in the least. But she does.

[@bullydog-q8h]

Plaintiff's brain is fried

[@somebodywatchin]

She should just leave it alone. Geez

[@WesleyLindsey]

This whole situation is such a meth.. mess.

[@billsurley9264]

The plaintiff is a fine example of a person with years of weed smoking!

[@GummyBearWA]

I have a graduate degree and two B.A.s in engineering. I've used cannabis everyday since I was 12yo.

[@Bebedollie]

​@@GummyBearWAI don't believe that at all

[@lee-qz7bd]

Not a "weed" outcome. Off her meds ? Yes. Weed? Nah.

[@lee-qz7bd]

@@GummyBearWA Good for you and I hope that all of your studies landed you a secure job.

[@BobBlumenfeld]

I'm waiting to see a plaintiff object to not receiving "a bonanza" on their win because they feel they deserve it.

[@chuck9380]

Marijuana I doubt would make him relapse lol 😂 if it was never his drug of choice in the first place

[@cbro2807]

She is like an evil Susan Sarandon. Lol. So cranky.

[@janeabbotts]

Why didn't he just get what she paid him back. She would have had to pay for the installation to be done correctly anyway. Strange judgement imo.

[@getin3949]

Some people have such a hard time getting their words out. I guess if it really happened you shouldn't have to search for words. This woman would drive me nuts.

[@lawriesaxton7645]

I believe him that she said those things.

[@user-cz5ny3tn9t]

Oh yes you can tell julisa smoker listen to her voice not only smoking but she's a drunk too

[@topsswimmingcommunity4287]

The amounts he needs to pay are crazy. I think this poor guy got hosed.

[@cosmo6180]

Idk about this one. It was Christmas Day and she hires him knowing he was just a handy man, he could’ve said no, but he thought he was helping a friend in need bc everyone was closed for Christmas. At the end with the Doug she’s still throwing him under the bus! It’s half her fault, why did JM award her the whole amount?

[@MsCassie272]

She should not have received a dime,

[@marciadaniel781]

Judge is wrong on this one, she know he wasn't qualified for the job

[@beholdkingjrahhh9014]

I have the urge to go to the dentist frequently.

[@christopherbako]

What a mess.

[@johngrafton6868]

Bad call! She got a free job for $300, Curses on her!!!!

[@partickaljamested5146]

shes fried

[@Liatmew]

Shes lucky she has legal standing but she knew who she was hiring acting all crazy now cause she wants the bag

[@orapronobis2149]

She knew ahead of time. What a horrible statement she made in the hallway with her son trying to get her to stop. Maybe he feels that his Mom fully knew of the lack of experience and no license. Now to go after him with the county. Some times people just do not see their part in it. Her son appears to be a decent person. 😊

[@ChocoBeauty8]

I wouldn't hire him. You get what you pay for.

[@BLUification]

No good deed goes unpunished but folks still end up learning the hard way😂😂

[@papawhelp]

He wasn't doing a good deed he was trying to make a quick buck

[@BLUification]

@@papawhelp That true too and she was trying to save a buck but I feel they both were trying to do a "good deed" unfortunately it didn't work out

[@tiffanynelson8285]

Really don't mean to crack up at the defendants situation but the commentator tho😂😂😂

[@ashleyblount9997]

Why was Harvey so mean to that guy in the green 😭

[@ILOVEBACONBOY2018]

I dont agree with the verdict, I kind of see why they cancelled this show, shes way to wishy washy with some people and not other, be consistent judge cmon.

[@annajacobson3299]

This lady is nuts....mom and I had to use handymen at certain times. We never went after them if theyre work didn't hold up. Absolutely insane lady

[@Familyof5_]

My husband said I’m a old Lady for watching this show mind you I’m 31 Lmaoo

[@MMAGUY13]

I would’ve gave it a cost of the tools. The guy came on Christmas an emergency she hired him he worked. She doesn’t like it. It’s your fault. You should’ve hired a professional crew and paid thousands guys not gonna pay the judgment anyway can’t get water from a rock. Picture of the guy who woke up on Christmas night because of emergency went out there worked and now it’s gonna cost you money for working going to Lowe’s and installing it.

[@JeremiahLOsborne]

"Do You swear to tell the tooth, the whole tooth, and nothing but the tooth?"

[@familytv9585]

That’s not funny. Go sit down. Settle down children! 🤓🙄

[@JeremiahLOsborne]

@@familytv9585 YOU CANT HANDLE THE 🦷!

[@familytv9585]

@@JeremiahLOsborne oh my gosh… imma have to put you in time out!😅

[@Micknkeithable]

Judge got this one wrong. The plaintiff is full of crap. No good deed goes unpunished

[@VictoriaHudson]

She hired Popeye!!!

[@JaponicaEdwards]

She’s a bigger liar then him. She knew her fruyeras not qualified to do the job

[@DonnaMathers]

Jesus plaintiff is a nightmare! Her poor son was understandably embarrassed by her at the end.

[@nBasedAce]

The defendant has directed some good movies.

[@joeybiden7755]

😂

[@tozieasmr7375]

People are so greedy.

[@user-cz5ny3tn9t]

If these old people are know that they are going to be in front of a national television and a lot of people are going to be watching them why can't they just put the damn dentures on?

[@larryblankenship8180]

He comes out on Christmas day/night because she couldn't get anyone else and it costs him 1200 the judge was wrong

[@constancelacroce1123]

I wouldn't have given her anything. You get what you pay for. Caveat Empor. Let the buyer beware. You want cheap, you get cheap. You would've had to pay those costs anyway.

[@Mocharocks9966]

Love my Massachusetts cases ❤

[@carlagraham4378]

I do not agree with the verdict. The plaintiff knew he wasn’t licensed. If he said he had a license and then she found out that he did not then he should be held liable for the repairs.

[@boujeeonabudgetwithjas118]

It’s horrible ruling because she knew he was unlicensed then you sue him cuz you was tryna scam and cut corners

[@susm6987]

I did not agree with this. Obv the lady told the inspector what to say. I work in this biz, this was out of line. She called him on Christmas no one else would have showed up. Totally on her

[@jindoe3971]

Judge was wrong on this one . She knew going this was an unlicensed guy and when that happens you roll the dice if things don’t turn out well because you are cheap . I had two trees one next to house I use license in case hit house . Another by itself used a guy from Craigslist. Lady shouldn’t get a penny

[@partickaljamested5146]

Michael Palins long lost brother

[@avanimation2263]

People give jobs to people who don't know anything about it and now they want money back

[@mickm6309]

One thing I hate in this world is reformed alcoholics telling me not to drink. Congratulations on getting over your addiction, but I'm not responsible for your addiction and I don't have an addiction.

[@MsAndaction]

don't agree with