Ep 12. Painkiller
- TV-PG
- January 12, 2010
- 43 min
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7.6 (730)
Alicia Florrick, a former attorney who put her career on hold to support her politician husband, is forced back into the workforce after her husband's scandalous public affairs. In this episode, Alicia takes on a challenging case, defending a pharmaceutical company that is being sued for their painkiller medication that has resulted in multiple deaths. As the case progresses, Alicia finds herself in a dilemma when she discovers that her client may have been aware of the harmful side effects of the medication and continued to market it.
Meanwhile, Alicia's colleague and friend, Kalinda, is investigating the case from a different angle and discovers some incriminating evidence against the client. Kalinda faces a moral dilemma on whether to share the information with Alicia or not, as it might affect their friendship and client relationship. Additionally, the firm's senior partner, Diane, is concerned about Alicia's involvement in the case as it could damage the firm's reputation.
Alicia's personal life also takes a turn in this episode as her husband, Peter, decides to run for office again. Alicia finds herself conflicted, torn between wanting to support her husband's political career and feeling betrayed by his previous infidelities.
As the case unfolds, Alicia must navigate through various obstacles, including the ethical implications of defending a potentially guilty client, her friendship with Kalinda and her conflicted feelings towards her husband. The episode explores themes of loyalty, honesty, morality, and the tough decisions that attorneys must make to defend their clients.
Overall, The Good Wife season 1 episode 12, Painkiller, offers a compelling story that balances both the legal and personal aspects of Alicia's life. It is a testament to the show's ability to present complex and multifaceted characters that are driven by their own morals and motivations. The episode's nuanced exploration of the pharmaceutical industry adds a layer of depth to the storyline, making it relevant and thought-provoking.
