Ep 8. Reddick v Boseman

The Good Fight season 1 episode 8, titled "Reddick v Boseman," starts with Adrian and Barbara joining forces to defend a Muslim man named Baskin, who is accused of terrorism. Adiran and Barbara find themselves in a tough spot as the State Attorney's office, led by the formidable Mike Kresteva, begins to build a case that becomes increasingly difficult to fight against. Meanwhile, Julius Cain, formerly of Lockhart, Agos & Lee, now part of the new firm Reddick, Boseman & Kolstad, is tasked with defending a man in a discrimination suit against his former employer, ChumHum. However, Julius soon finds himself at odds with his new colleagues when he realizes the potentially explosive nature of the case.

As Adrian and Barbara delve deeper into Baskin's case, they become increasingly convinced that he is being unfairly targeted because of his religious beliefs. However, as evidence begins to pile up against him, they begin to lose hope. Kresteva, on the other hand, seems to relish the challenge of going up against Adrian and Barbara, and his tactics become increasingly aggressive. As the trial gets underway, tensions between the two sides reach a fever pitch, with both sides throwing everything they have at the case. However, it soon becomes clear that things are not as straightforward as they seem, and that there may be more at play than meets the eye.

Meanwhile, Julius finds himself in a precarious position as he defends a former ChumHum employee who claims to have been discriminated against because of his race. Julius quickly realizes that the lawsuit has the potential to open up a can of worms, not just for ChumHum, but for their new firm as well. As he tries to extricate himself from the case, he finds himself at odds with his new colleagues, who are determined to pursue it at all costs. As the case comes to a head, Julius finds himself forced to make a difficult decision that could have serious repercussions for himself and his new firm.

Overall, "Reddick v Boseman" is a high-stakes episode that delves into themes of discrimination, politics, and the complexities of the legal system. With strong performances from all involved, and a twisty plot that keeps viewers guessing until the very end, it is a standout episode of a strong first season that is sure to leave viewers wanting more.