Judge Judy Season 17 Episode 115 Deadbeat Dad?; Widower's Custody Fight

In season 17 episode 115 of Judge Judy titled "Deadbeat Dad?; Widower's Custody Fight," tensions are high as the courtroom is faced with two equally difficult cases.

First off is a case that involves a deadbeat dad who has failed to provide child support for his eight-year-old daughter. The mother of the child has reached her breaking point and is now seeking Judge Judy's assistance in order to force the father to pay up. The father, however, argues that he has been unable to make the payments due to being unemployed.

As the case unfolds, it becomes apparent that the father has been less than truthful about his financial situation and Judge Judy quickly loses patience with him. She even goes so far as to call him out on his "irresponsibility" and demands that he start taking care of his child the way a father should.

Meanwhile, the second case involves a widower who is fighting for custody of his two children after his wife passed away. The children in question are currently living with the wife's sister, who is refusing to give them up. The widower believes that he is the rightful guardian of his children and has come to the courtroom in search of justice.

As the case unfolds, many painful memories are brought forward, including the wife's struggles with substance abuse and mental health issues. Judge Judy listens to both sides of the argument and ultimately makes a difficult decision based on what is in the best interest of the children.

Throughout the episode, Judge Judy's no-nonsense approach to justice is on full display as she works tirelessly to get to the bottom of both cases. The episode serves as a reminder of the importance of responsibility, both as a parent and as a member of society, and emphasizes the need to always prioritize the well-being of the most vulnerable members of our community.