Judge Mathis Season 19 Episode 96 Episode 96
- February 19, 2018
In episode 96 of season 19 of Judge Mathis, Judge Mathis presides over a case involving a tenant and their landlord. The tenant, a young woman, is being sued by her landlord for unpaid rent and damages to the apartment. The landlord claims that the tenant caused extensive damage to the unit and did not pay rent for several months.
The tenant, on the other hand, maintains that the damage was already present when she moved in and that she had informed the landlord about it. Additionally, she claims that she had been paying rent through a third party and had proof of payment. She also alleges that the landlord had failed to provide basic amenities such as heating and hot water.
As both parties present their arguments, Judge Mathis listens attentively and asks them several questions to clarify their positions. He also examines the evidence presented by both parties and reviews the lease agreement.
Judge Mathis then proceeds to point out several inconsistencies in the landlord's claims, citing instances where the landlord had contradicted themselves. He also highlights the lack of evidence presented by the landlord to support their claims and reminds them of their legal responsibilities as a landlord.
The tenant, on the other hand, is commended by Judge Mathis for exercising her rights as a tenant and providing evidence of her payments. He sympathizes with her situation and notes that her concerns about the lack of basic amenities were valid.
In his ruling, Judge Mathis dismisses the landlord's claims and orders them to return the tenant's security deposit. He also advises the tenant to seek legal assistance to pursue compensation for the damage caused by the landlord's negligence in providing basic amenities.
In another case, Judge Mathis presides over a dispute between two former friends involved in a business venture. The plaintiff, a man, claims that he had invested a significant amount of money into the defendant's business in exchange for shares. However, he alleges that the defendant had failed to provide accurate financial statements and had embezzled funds from the business.
The defendant, on the other hand, claims that the plaintiff had not contributed as much money as he had claimed and had been dishonest in his dealings with the business. He maintains that he had provided the plaintiff with regular updates on the business finances and had not embezzled any funds.
After listening to both parties, Judge Mathis examines the evidence presented by the plaintiff in the form of bank statements and emails. He notes that the plaintiff had provided substantial evidence of his investment and had not received accurate financial statements from the defendant.
Judge Mathis is sympathetic to the plaintiff's situation and commends him for his diligence in tracking the financial transactions. He finds the defendant liable for breach of contract and orders him to pay the plaintiff the amount owed in addition to interest and legal fees.
Overall, episode 96 of season 19 of Judge Mathis presents compelling cases and highlights the importance of accurate record-keeping and fulfilling contractual obligations. The judge's fairness and attention to detail in evaluating evidence and providing a fair ruling is commendable, highlighting the show's commitment to justice and equity.