Judge Judy Sheindlin awards $2,500 for an American bull mutt’s bite to Sandy Glick. Sandy sues neighbors Mario & Gloria Holguin even though the dog Pooch belongs to their son Rudy. The judge also returns $1,000 to Angela & Roderick Walker, for a down payment that they made on a car. Seller Douglas had replaced the engine. The Walkers are impatient and want their money back. Dog 13-year-old David Glick (leftmost, photo)’s mom Sandy Glick (2nd from left) sues Mario (rightmost) & Gloria (2nd from right) Holguin for $5,000 for medical expenses and pain and suffering. Mario & Gloria’s son...
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Judge Judy:Judge Judy: $2,500 for American Bull Mutt Bites (12/24/13)
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Judge Judy: Sell Car, Collect $2,000 from Borrower (12/26/13)
Judge Judy Sheindlin has Mirna transfer the title of a damaged Volkswagen to Veronica, to whom Mirna owes money. The judge directs Mirna to pay Veronica $2,000. Judge Judy thinks that Veronica can sell the car for $2,000. She also awards $891 to Chaz Matsuura-Smith, for a windshield damaged by his sister’s ex-boyfriend. Car Veronica Chacon sues Mirna Mondragon (related to Uther Pendragon? :)), Cashier, 22, for loans totaling $4,600, including $4,000 to buy a Volkswagen worth $4,050. Mirna, based in San Diego, CA, claims that the money was a gift. The title is in Mirna’s name. Mirna has tickets...
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Judge Judy Awards $500 to Tearful Ex for Alaskan Husky (12/27/13)
Judge Judy Sheindlin awards $1,900 to Byron Richardson, for 4 car windshields smashed by Narkyssa Haskel. The judge then dismisses Susan & George Maadanian‘s suit against Emil Babadjov and Katrina Delaney for a pool table. Judge Judy also dismisses the counterclaim for locks that Emil and Katrina changed after Susan camped outside the house. The judge then awards Athena Anderson (left in photo) $3,500 for Alaskan husky Jacob (middle). Lastly, Judge Judy awards $1,025 for a car allegedly sold for crack. Windshield Byron Richardson of Atlanta, GA, sues Narkyssa for smashed windshields. Narkyssa had found him with another woman. Byron...
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The Suze Orman Show: Better Financial Health After Hospitalization (12/28/13)
This week’s The Suze Orman Show is the most fun because of its speedy chock-full of advice. And the most interesting part is the 2013 1 on One Updates. Dave credits Suze for coping better with his hospitalization than if he hadn’t followed her. Koumal finally let go of the house where she and her dead husband used to live. Suze’s Takeaways From 2013 “If you can afford to buy a home, buy only what you need to keep expenses low.” “There is nothing wrong with renting if you are priced out of the market.” 2013 1 on One Updates...
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Judge Judy: $3,045 for Breast Augmentation Loan (1/1/14)
Judge Judy Sheindlin awards a TV to Joseph Davis. The judge dismisses his ex-girlfriend’s Tiffany Ernest‘s counterclaim, because she moved in with him after he threw a brick at her. The judge then awards $3,045 to Marife Jarillo. Judge Judy dismisses the counterclaim of Zena O’Brien (photo) against Marife for $465 automatic payments made to the lender. TV Nursing Assistant Tiffany countersues Joseph for throwing a brick at her, after she threw a perfume bottle at him. Judge Judy points out to Tiffany that she had cast the 1st stone, even though Joseph had behaved worse than he did. Judge...
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Judge Judy: $5,000 for Head Butt Injury (1/6/14)
Judge Judy Sheindlin awards David Bordeau $5,000 for nose injuries caused by Brian Munch (photo)’s head butt. She dismisses Brian’s countersuit for lost income. The judge then awards $5,000 each for the suit and counterclaim of an ex-couple, so they both get nothing. Lisa Radamaker sues for facial injury. Her boyfriend sues for coins. On Sept. 15, 2012, at Tug’s in Wisconsin Dells, Brian Munch of Lynden Station, WI, headbutted himself into fellow bar patron David’s family feud. David claims that he suffered severe pain and that he heard his brother hooting and howling during the attack. David’s brother had...
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Judge Judy Dismisses Lease Broken Due to Dog Attack (1/7/14)
Judge Judy Sheindlin dismisses Laura Ruiz’s $5,000 suit for assault and property. Laura did not seek medical attention for her injuries. The judge also dismisses Laura’s sister Dee‘s counterclaim for false arrest. Judge Judy then dismisses Jamie Strobel‘s suit against cousin Rebekah Strobel (photo) for a lease broken because of a dog attack. Shoving Laura, 53, claims that her sister had spit on and shoved her. Dolores “Dee” Valdez claims that she had bronchitis. She admits to arguing with Laura but says that she did not touch her at all. Laura was escorted by the police for four hours to...
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Judge Judy Dismisses Dog Custody Suit (1/8/14)
Judge Judy Sheindlin dismisses a custody suit for German Shepherd Bailey. Judge Judy also dismisses the countersuit for cell phone cancellation fees. The judge then awards 3 months’ rent to a roommate. Judge Judy then dismisses a suit for a car impounded because of a suspended license. The judge also dismisses the countersuit for endangerment. Stefani Myers of Vacaville, CA, sues ex-boyfriend Ryan Silva for $3,078 for a dog originally registered under her ex-boyfriend’s name in 2010. He countersues her for dog expenses and for cancelling her cell phone. Bailey’s registration lapsed in 2011. Stefani registered Bailey under her name...
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Judge Judy: Try to Return Jewelry or Case is Dismissed (1/9/14)
Judge Judy Sheindlin suggests to Pawn Shop Owner Sheila Christensen that she return the Magdalenos’ jewelry to them in exchange for $2,100. If the jewelry has been melted, then the Magdalenos’ case is dismissed. Sheila Magdaleno had tried to retrieve their jewelry from Sheila beyond the 30-day grace period. Wendy & Rosario Magdaleno sue Sheila Christensen for $5,000, for the jewelry they pawned to her. Sheila offers 60-day loans with a grace period of 30 days, which ended on Sept. 30. Wendy had gone to Sheila on Oct. 5, but the Pawn Shop Owner did not show up. Judge Judy...
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Judge Judy Returns Woofer to Amazon Seller (1/10/14)
Judge Judy Sheindlin instructs Isabel to make a list of all her belongings in her roommate’s room. She can go with a marshal to retrieve them. The judge then returns a woofer to Isabel Koa (left in photo), in exchange for the buyer Edwin Lohr(right)’s money back. Judge Judy then dismisses a suit for a car that blows up, because the buyers had had it repaired. Roommates Isabel Christensen sues her roommates for $5,000. She moved out 2 days ago. Her stuff is still in the place. She says that she’s moving out on the 28th, and she’s signing off...
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Judge Judy: $4,000 for Stolen Money, Van Damage, Pet Neglect (1/14/13)
Judge Judy Sheindlin awards $4,000 to Sue Ellen Mobley (photo), whose 20-year-old turtle and other pets died under her friend Andrew Wilson‘s care. Andrew had also stolen $1,000 from her, and totaled her van. The judge also awards the $470 full refund of karate classes after the instructor leaves a 5- and 7-year-old alone without adult supervision for at least 10 minutes. Judge Judy also awards towing fees to Shalina Smith, after her car was impounded. Karate Nicolle McClintock pulled off her kids from a karate program and asked for a full refund. The instructor Jon Alster says he tried to give...
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The Biggest Loser Recap 1/14/14: Jay Goes Home
Jay is not The Biggest Loser, after having the 2nd lowest weight loss. 4 of the remaining 6 contestants had voted for Jay. If Jay and Bobby had tied, Bobby would have been eliminated, having the lowest weight loss. Jay had set out to lose the curling competition, for fear of being targeted by the other contestants. At Park City, Utah, contestants have to cook their own food. They also compete in curling. Jay doesn’t want to win, for fear that he would have a target on his back. Four contestants compete at a time. They push 100 pounds into...
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Judge Judy: $3,500 for Motorcycle in Pile-Up (1/15/14)
Judge Judy Sheindlin awards $3,500 to Richard “Rick” Gibson, whose motorcycle was totaled in a multiple-vehicle collision caused by a dog. She then dismisses Jeremy Bauer‘s suit for rent and a dresser, and the tenant Nathan‘s countersuit for storage. She rules that Nathan had been evicted. He claims that the former tenant had given him the dresser. Chain-Reaction Crash Rick sues Kristi Funk for the cost of his motorcycle. Kristi claims that her dog was not on the highway and that if so, that the accident was Rick’s fault as he was driving too fast. If so? Isn’t that a...
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American Idol Season 13 Premiere: Harry Connick Jr. Spices Up Auditions (1/15/14)
American Idol’s 13th season made its 2-hour debut tonight with a new bunch of hopefuls auditioning. This season is expected to be a ratings redemption for the show, with Harry Connick Jr. being that missing factor that could provide 1/3 of the excitement, the rest coming from returning judges Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban. Yes, the show is about the aspiring singers but the judges’ personality and prudence in finding the right mix of this season’s top billers matter. Keith was judicious on the technical aspect last season but was outshined by the Mariah Carey-Nicki Minaj shenanigans. JLo was ok...
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Judge Judy: $1,500 for Share of 4 Months’ Rent (1/16/14)
Judge Judy Sheindlin awards $1,500 for 4 months’ rent and $750 for half a month’s rent to 2 parties. Nicole sues roommate Shaun Scranton for credit card charges and living expenses. Shaun already receives rent subsidy in the form of federal student loans. Nadia sues diabetic Jacqueline for rent. Judge Judy tells Jacqueline that since she couldn’t work, she should have gotten Section 8 housing. Nicole Synesiou sues former roommate and friend Shaun, of LA, for living expenses. The judge tells her that if she wanted to help people, she should make a donation, not move in with somebody. Next,...
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American Idol Recap: Weird, Good and Great Abound in Austin, San Francisco Auditions (1/16/14)
Day two of American Idol’s broadcast had auditions happening in Austin and San Francisco. Tonight’s show yielded a number of very interesting singers, including the son of a runner-up back in Season 1. Here’s a recap of the show. Jesse Roach captured the first golden ticket for tonight; kudos to an encouraging mom who wanted her out of the garage and into Hollywood. Jesse’s rock vibe resonated with the judges and got affirmation that she can be a rock artist with soul (plus the raspiness that doesn’t distract Harry). Joining Jesse are Steven Curd, Anna Melvin and Ryan Clark. School...
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Shark Tank Recap: Start-ups Invisiplug, LockerBones Score Deals After Enduring Quizzing, Berating (1/17/14)
Shark Tank has Lori Greiner and Barbara Corcoran appearing together again tonight. Nope, no catfights this time. Surprisingly, Kevin “Mr. Wonderful” O’Leary isn’t as harsh as the previous episodes. Check out the entrepreneurs that snagged funding, especially from start-ups that withstood all the questions and slightly-scathing remarks from the sharks. Lauren Padawer is the founder of Alaska Glacial Mud Co., an enterprise that produces Alaskan mud for the spa market. Padawer’s goal is to make her mud the industry standard in the spa market. A fisherwoman by trade, she has infused her commercial fishing earnings into a business that has...
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American Idol Recap: Detroit Auditons Oozing with Cool, Gritty & Quirky Talents (01/22/14)
The third day of broadcast on American Idol‘s auditions brought us all the way to Detroit, Michigan. Famously known as America’s motor city and the home of the Motown sound, judges Harry Connick Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith Urban filtered the thousands of hopefuls to produce the perfect set of singers worthy of representing the city, state and the show. Keri Lynn Roche rose to the challenge and fearlessly took on two songs, “Radioactive” and Etta James’ “I’d Rather Go Blind”. Tonight, she became the first golden ticket holder known for her gritty vocals. She was followed by shoe salesman Julian...
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American Idol Recap: Charming, Unassuming Singers Aplenty in Atlanta (1/23/14)
Day 4 of broadcast for American Idol’s auditions kept us on our toes in Atlanta, Georgia. Well, not because it’s Ryan Seacrest’s hometown but largely to the quality of unassuming talent that had the three judges pleasantly surprised. A case in point is pre-school teacher Majesty Rose who took her time building up to the apex of a Coldplay song. Harry Connick Jr. and Keith Urban immediately recognized the subtle and elegant way she played, compounded by melodious singing that pulled them in. Jennifer Lopez noted Majesty’s effortless singing, something JLo claims as one thing constantly works hard on to sing...
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Shark Tank Recap: Impressive Sales Talk Can’t Hide Poorly-Conceived FitDeck, LifeCaps (1/24/14)
Two of Shark Tank’s entrepreneurs tonight were a big hit on the entertainment aspect but failed in the “great ideas” division. In the end, the road to success is all about great products, business strategies and hard work. Let’s start with the not-so stellar hopefuls. At face value, the presentations of Phil Black and Daryl Stevenett were very impressive: from their sales pitch to their future goals. However, the details turned out to be disappointing. Phil Black is the man behind FitDeck, a group of cards illustrating various exercises. He said this is the most simple yet effective way of...
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