Squatting

The plaintiff was forced to move out of his room because the defendant, his landlord, was renting an illegal apartment. The plaintiff is suing for a rent refund for the nine months he lived there. The defendant insists the plaintiff was only supposed to be renting her garage for storage, but he was secretly sleeping there.
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[@crystalshaw8744]

I thought this was a dog case not realizing it was on his sweater...giggle

[@zmejia62]

Same 😂

[@queenroots5599]

Same.

[@biancaelizabeth1012]

Me too. He is trying to look young for court. Lol

[@BudduredToast]

Me too 😆

[@rechena1000]

Me too

[@ambervallerio2816]

She play’s the old clueless lady very well 🤣

[@islandyyt]

I think that might be a trans woman.

[@margaritagarcia5579]

Yes trans man/women

[@mingmingyip19]

It's a man baby

[@matthewmorales94]

You meant to say "HE play's"

[@dbdqueen2786]

@@islandyyt and?

[@brionnaepps8466]

Lol when he walked in i first thought he was holding a dog 🐶 😂 cute sweater lol 😊

[@user-bu9wc8ys2l]

😂😂😂

[@davidperez5089]

Between his sweater and het entire being this is like animation comes to life!😂

[@Remember_Eden]

Lol, that defendant was dipping and dodging that question to the end.

[@QS0924]

😂

[@kristiansmith3207]

He knew and she knew. They deserve nothing.

[@krystalroller2915]

Let's not forget ppl can be down on their luck and just need a roof. So to pay the least amount possible they will take a garage with no bathroom or kitchen!

[@VeryKinkyCurl]

Right! 👏🏾💯

[@rammibear9649]

Sad but true.

[@virgo7956]

Especially in New York!!

[@cassandramae85]

💯

[@zander7671]

@@virgo7956 Anywhere, honey!

[@Musicfan-dz6yz]

You know when the case involves “squatting” it’s going to be messy 🫖☕️

[@christibarrick1768]

JJ handles squatters expeditiously.

[@littledetailsbydarby3240]

FrFr!!! ☕️

[@tylertyler82]

🍿

[@VioletWings1353]

The plaintiff came to court with unclean hands. The courts will not award unclean hands.

[@VeryKinkyCurl]

The Defendant too, tf. 🤨

[@kenyettaready]

😮 oh please the courts rewards unclean hands all the time.

[@highlander666]

They both knew what the deal was, the plaintiff deserves nothing

[@vivianpatton5692]

Neither does the defendant !

[@charkitahood2532]

He absolutely doesn’t. He knew damn well he was just looking for a free ride.

[@phylisswright4847]

Is that a man

[@marleonetti7]

plaintiff DEFINITELY knew what the set up was . and the defendant was just practicing good old fashion capitalism and making money with whatever she/he had to make money with .

[@marleonetti7]

@@vivianpatton5692 what the hell are u talking about . if the defendant owns the property and the plaintiff was either using any of her property for storage or anything else then the defendant DESERVES to be PAID !!! u people think u should get everything for free based on some technicality that u think may be in the law or in your head and yes i said u people and u know what im saying too .

[@stratfordbaby8572]

You never get the rent back. You USED the premises. You don't get the money back. But THEY cannot sue YOU for more rent or for breach of contract and you can leave without notice.

[@madmaxofspokane1691]

That old lady has got quite a scam going on. But the Plaintiff knew from day 1 what the deal was and took advantage of it. Nope, you don't get to live for free. And that old lady is going to find out the hard way that only her lawyers are going to profit from her ongoing illegal activities.

[@mashondaknight9132]

Both came in with dirty hands and knew it was illegal to rent a garage to live in Both deserve nothing. Are you serious it's the Audacity .

[@VioletWings1353]

The unclean hands doctrine.

[@ChasRiaStJohn]

Agree, but it’s him, he’s the one that sued her, she was running her illegal criminal activity in peace😂 I think he as the most audacity and then….he brings it to TV. Wth

[@marleonetti7]

no , the defendant was still renting the garage to the plaintiff so she deserved that money because it is perfectly legal to rent your garage to a person but if that person decides to sneak in and live there then thats their problem . why do u people try to get things free based on some technicality that u think is in the law . yes i said it , u people .

[@mikieanthony777]

Did he live in the garage with that dog? 😂

[@Pgschool37]

🐶🤣

[@theresacoringgray6885]

Ha! 😂

[@Janovea]

“You know you’re going to jail right?”😂😂😂

[@Pgschool37]

She doesn't seem to care. Almost as if she's going to do it again.

[@GardengateDreamer]

I doubt it's a jail sentence for her. Both parties knew it's not a livable space. How would you not know, if it has no utilities. Fines probably, not jail

[@HunkyMonkey619]

Is anyone else getting Lurch (Adam’s Family) vibes from the defendant

[@keyeviondavis9647]

The illegal Apartment businesses is now big enough to have a listing on the NYSE - WOW 💯

[@cindymann3673]

Wow! What’s the ticker symbol?

[@Julie-sl8ul]

Same with Chicago & most large cities

[@cindymann3673]

Wait, was your comment sarcastic? 😅

[@paulthomas8066]

This case was straightforward, a clear-cut situation. Towards the end, during Doug's exit interview in the hallway, the plaintiff evaded the question, "Did you know it was illegal to live there?" On the first attempt, he dodged, responding, "There's no ignorance of the law." At least that's what I thought I heard him say. When Doug asked again, the plaintiff answered, "In my situation, if you need food, clothing, and shelter." Finally, on the third try, he admitted, "No, I didn't." It's evident he likely knew but was attempting to recoup his rent, essentially seeking to live rent-free while anticipating a reimbursement. This suggests that under desperate circumstances, any shelter, even lacking basic amenities like a bathroom or kitchen, might be deemed acceptable. The defendant's behavior is even more condemnable; she was aware of the illegality and continued her actions unabashedly. While I can sympathize with the plaintiff's situation, driven by desperation, the landlord's disregard for basic standards in pursuit of profit is reprehensible. It's disgraceful that she perpetuated this scheme while the rest of us abide by landlord/tenant laws. Ultimately, the plaintiff lost out because he knowingly participated in an unlawful contract, hoping to recover his expenses.

[@SingleParentsinspo1]

I truly, truly wish them both the best! ❤ Yes what she doing is illegal, and no it’s not the ideal living situation… but it seems that’s what they needed to survive, and I hope their circumstances change for the better!

[@bresams2917]

Now why I thought he was carrying a dog @ first glance 😂😭

[@emersyn444]

Same that’s why I clicked on the video😭😂

[@cynthiacler9284]

Love the sweater the plaintiff is wearing.

[@YoungBlaze]

My grandma actually had that same sweater and that dog

[@jazz5923]

It seems to be a Ralph Lauren collection and if it’s wall now, I know why this man is living in a housing situation where he’s living in a garage with no bathroom, we could drop $500. I’m a sweater but not investing yourself to better your living situation.

[@BudduredToast]

She could play a ditzy older neighbour lady in any kids movie.

[@crystalshaw8744]

A shanty? Like Jamaica?😂

[@dhodges1911]

😂 😂 😂

[@wilmamalone1256]

People are becoming homeless all the time, anything is better than being on the streets, this should be taken into consideration. 😢

[@Skyesbeautifuldream]

I do feel a little sorry for the Plaintiff. I’m sure he wasn’t being cheap. It was either this or sleep in the streets. I still feel the right call was made though. Yes, it was his only option, but he still did live there and should pay.

[@Skindiver986]

I love all these caring people who have decided that he should probably just live in the street as opposed to living in a garage, where the plumbing isn’t up to code.

[@lauralee60]

I thought he brought a dog to court

[@dthomason119]

That young lady over the plaintiff’s left shoulder is outstanding.

[@mitulu74]

Gorgeous

[@sneakerfreak2002]

Simp

[@renysimone3312]

Both young ladies on his left & right side are so pretty!

[@sneakerfreak2002]

@@renysimone3312 what a sorry simp you are

[@LeaningOnJesus]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 he said there's no ignorance to the law. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😭 It's "Ignorance is no excuse of the law." 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dermainedibbins9157]

When Doug said - Big question - i thought he was going to ask her is she were a man or a woman. We know how shady Doug can be 😆 lol.

[@latricebrown7942]

The landlord is definitely a scammer taking advantage of those needing emergency shelter

[@Skindiver986]

Nope an angel who is doing her best to provide affordable housing to those who need.

[@perfectlyimperfect9129]

He knew he was renting it out as a place to live.And the guy renting is crazy to belive hed get his $ back.

[@missa1goins]

🫢😂

[@KMoscato]

One thing about New Yorkers they will try to beat the system by any means necessary 😂. In this case it’s renting a garage as a living space. I’m just speechless and the landlady seems suspicious af!

[@tahviajones2526]

I can only focus on his shirt of choice for court and how she has no neck 🥲😅🫣

[@shayhoff7064]

That's a man

[@tahviajones2526]

@@shayhoff7064 she identifies as she / him 🤣🤣🤣

[@SherriCohen]

Totally thought there was a dog logo on the screen

[@BOSSLADY-cu8vs]

Ma'am, you have to push the gate open, it isn't automatic 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@robinking6342]

I missed it the first time thank u lol

[@dlwcrazyblondeone]

I had to go back and look! 🤦‍♀️

[@BOSSLADY-cu8vs]

@@robinking6342 Lol

[@BOSSLADY-cu8vs]

@@dlwcrazyblondeone 😁

[@lakeshabennett5081]

She was standing like someone was going to open it for her 😂😂lady get in there

[@tythames6508]

I thought the dog was real on the thumbnail, not a design on his shirt 😂

[@user-cz5ny3tn9t]

This is not a "she"

[@gage51desoto]

Who cares? I would rather live next to a transgender person than someone like you…..FYI i am the proud parent of a transgender son..he is a he and I don’t care what you think or say. Your opinion means nothing.

[@msfranklin2650]

HMMMMM HONESTLY I DON'T THINK EITHER ARE WHAT THEY'RE PORTRAYING IN COURT 🧐🧐🧐🧐

[@mitulu74]

😂🤣🤣 omg y did I see this comment

[@thistles]

“Miss” Higgins 😂

[@tratrazy1633]

​@@msfranklin2650I knew I wasn't tripping both of them.

[@JohnSmith-gu3ub]

Defendant is like a real life Disney villian.

[@CarsonHunter]

I came looking for this comment! 😂

[@mahailiabrown3972]

Was he a squatter and now suing

[@cicioneandonly478]

No she rented that place to him.. she had to say it was for storage because it's illegal and she is trying to cover herself! Both of them knew it was illegal

[@14kchang]

Although the case was dismissed, I didn't believe a word either of them were saying.

[@ToddToTheBlack]

He knew it was a bootleg rental, boy stop

[@user-tr6ui8vx9u]

That's not a old lady😢😢

[@Marshallpassmore]

I was thinking the exact thing I think I have seen the defendant somewhere else but I don’t remember where

[@GrumpySmurf0813]

Im thinking the same thing. I wasn't really paying attention but heard the defendant talk. I thought it was a guy

[@ericedwards2853]

A trans old lady

[@thenatural5268]

Can I pet that dawg?!

[@chiquitabroxkman231]

I first glimpse I thought he was holding a dog

[@shayhoff7064]

Thats a man

[@cbase06]

Both of them!

[@popeye82]

Every time she says actually, take a drink.

[@FenderBender5150]

It's a case of Renter? He hardly knew her...😆😅🤣😂

[@LeviAaronx]

Oh he knew her. And she knew him. Scammy scam scam scam.

[@CountrysideCutie]

The poor dog is traumatized!

[@adwallace021938]

🤣🤣

[@deserthare1]

The defendant looks like she is plotting to turn all children into mice through use of a potion.

[@missa1goins]

😂

[@user-hs1zr6mc5d]

Imagine a grown man with a dog sweater on coming to sue her for something he knew just as well as she did. He should've been too embarrassed to let anyone know he was living with no plumbing trying to be cheap but acting all cocky at the end. He in construction he knows how to make things happen 🙄

[@alexrossi4464]

Neither Mr. Higgins, nor the plaintiff deserve any 🤑 💰 money. They both knew the deal.

[@cindykaufinger1642]

This guy is disgusting. He makes it work? No toilet???? 🤮🤮🤮 He knows the laws. Construction workers know what an apartment needs to have. And the woman is messed up too.

[@Deniseeee84]

Oh shut up and stop judging you don’t know his circumstances and people get desperate when they need a place to stay! Your comment is disgusting!!

[@Mocharocks9966]

Not me thinking he was holding a dog this whole time 😂😂

[@amandabrown6565]

She has an attorney!?! Shes knows exactly what the hell shes doing and thats why she keeps doing it. Shes getting money out of these people and she will just get a "don't do that again" once the housing people find out.

[@LeaningOnJesus]

Seems like if you willing enter into an illegal contract you're just as guilty as the other party. 🤷🏿‍♀️

[@Mitch-Alex]

7:50 lol he can't look at Doug in the eyes when he's lying 8:05 LOL he's so mad he didn't get any money

[@adriankasan6344]

They both are scam artists

[@TheMsfelix85]

She's lying

[@nycmamii]

Not the defendant admitting that the lie is already prepared for another lawsuit lmao…

[@missa1goins]

Right!

[@augustmoon9973]

The plaintiff seemed to still be oblivious as to the part he played in the whole process.

[@lifeoferinr9383]

"I'm in construction, I was going to make it work" what does that even mean???? 😭😭 you lived there for months with no bathroom/sink/or running water

[@conTROLLerCUSTER55]

Black woman sitting behind the plaintiff is BEAUTIFUL OMG 😍

[@sneakerfreak2002]

Simp

[@hitfasthithard]

​@@sneakerfreak2002only simps say that. How the hell is it simping to say a woman is beautiful? Brainrot ass comment

[@pizzelle2]

I hope she sees this 🙏

[@blaq_betty]

I know right

[@blaq_betty]

​@@sneakerfreak2002 get a life

[@Neenaross214]

That defendant is a big back! Lol she’s bigger than Doug 😅

[@briannarodriguez61]

Take a shot every time the defendant says “actually”.

[@autumnmcewing9211]

How many times a day does he have to walk that dog ???😂🎉😢

[@dsmith1146]

No surprise at all to anyone except the judge 😕🙄

[@AlibraMentality]

That lady in the background was shaking her head lol

[@asatakromah1216]

why i keep thinking he;s holding a dog 😂😂😂😂

[@marskeins]

They both were in on this and it was only when she got in trouble. That he got mad and wanted money from illegally staying at the place. He definitely was a squatter.

[@2553171]

That man trying to play victim

[@ParadiseBae]

Perhaps Josephine thought they were sliding doors

[@charkitahood2532]

He knew damn well the space was under the table and he stayed there and it was fine then but now he has the nerve to think he’s entitled to his money back. He doesn’t get to live for free. Oh well

[@JaNaeSmith-vk7uk]

I love the sweater 😍

[@80bbygrl]

500.00 a month just to use a garage for storage? Yeah you're on drugs.

[@dianedobson1104]

He ate the steak…no refunds! According to JJ. But let’s see what MM says.

[@Marshallpassmore]

He knew or should have known if he has a brain so he deserves nothing from the defendant

[@trekgirl65]

She knew he was there , renting from her. Squatter and LL knew each had dirty hands.

[@ralphmorales1814]

“Actually”is clearly her favorite word

[@glenncurley680]

I think he should have got his money back!

[@tamarajohnson7826]

It angers me that the defendant can't be fined and ordered to pay all the rent she collected to an organization that helps the homeless. She should not get off scott free!!

[@cicioneandonly478]

Definitely my 😂😂 for today folks just tell on themselves to much these days

[@ninosimone]

Both knew what was going on and both are not what they appear to be . Iykyk

[@gloriastewart6056]

Dude made tht Garage into a whole house trust me he do construction he built tht thing down to the tee

[@Yourfavorite-cx6jz]

he knew he wasn’t suppose to live there but needed the space..ungrateful!!!!People stay trying to get over on others

[@conTROLLerCUSTER55]

She’s definetly lying lol

[@thefonzkiss]

The 1990 Grand High Witch

[@BudduredToast]

The eye makeup is immaculate today.

[@SnoopVee]

Why is the black lady looking at the plaintiff like that when he walked in lol...

[@allblaze64]

Cause she heard that what the announcer said lol

[@KrazyVideoChick]

I've seen these cases multiple times, why did the show even bother booking these people and paying for their hotels if its already known the plaintiffs won't get their money back for renting an illegal dwelling?? Were they hoping that more "juicy" stuff would be exposed?

[@mrhoffame]

That sweater? In court?? Really?????

[@Julie-sl8ul]

I laughed way too hard when she waited for the gates to magically open 😂

[@theresacoringgray6885]

Hilarious 😆

[@matthewmorales94]

You meant to say "HE waited" ,... That's a man baby....

[@LeviAaronx]

Lmao “Case of Anne Un-Frankly Tenants”

[@RaiokIncaris]

I thought the dude had a dog, but the old lady sounded like one 😂

[@user-lb7xk1qx8w]

I could’ve sworn I’ve seen her give people their money back for illegal apartments in some cases, am I tripping 🤔

[@theresacoringgray6885]

Both are GUILTY as sin

[@GSCannon]

Sometimes I can’t tell if it’s a woman or a man. Men have bigger jaws than women.

[@symonephillips7841]

He knows what the deal was. Boy bye

[@Everykneebows]

What is a woman?…that ain’t it

[@patcarlson11]

Where is the crime? A guy voluntarily rents a garage. Whether the landlord knew he was living there or not, it was a voluntary transaction between consenting adults. Yeah, Marilyn, let hope the city shuts this woman down. Then, we have (at least) 3 more homeless people in the world. Yeah, what a great use of government! Defendant actually made this case himself when he told Doug that he rented the garage because he needed shelter!

[@sevinsweets5140]

The defendant is full of isht

[@lavellecloud9413]

As a repeat offender the landlord should have to pay the money back to the tenant

[@shellwilliams6306]

WTF is a "Shanty"....

[@Quartzquiz333]

A crudely built shack that's used as a home. A group built together is called a shantytown.