The People's Court Season 20 Episode 5 Flower Fiasco
- September 9, 2016
In season 20 episode 5 of The People's Court, titled "Flower Fiasco," Judge Marilyn Milian presides over a case involving a dispute between a florist and a customer over a wedding arrangement. The plaintiff, a florist named Lily, claims that she fulfilled the customer's request for a unique and elaborate floral arrangement for her daughter's wedding, but the customer, named Rose, was not satisfied with the final product and refused to pay the full amount.
According to Lily, Rose requested a centerpiece for the reception that included exotic flowers and intricate designs. Lily spent hours researching and purchasing the flowers, and then worked tirelessly to create the arrangement. However, when Rose saw the final product, she was displeased and demanded that Lily make changes. Lily claims that she made reasonable adjustments to the arrangement, but Rose continued to complain and refused to pay the full amount, insisting that the arrangement was not what she had requested.
Rose, on the other hand, argues that the arrangement was not at all what she had requested and that the flowers were wilted and unsightly. She claims that she tried to work with Lily to make changes, but that Lily was uncooperative and refused to make the changes that she wanted. Rose insists that she should not have to pay the full amount for an arrangement that was not what she had requested and that was not up to her standards.
As Judge Milian hears both sides of the case, she must determine whether Lily fulfilled her obligation to create the arrangement according to Rose's specifications, or whether Rose's complaints were legitimate and warrant a reduction in the amount owed. She listens carefully as each side presents evidence and testimony, and weighs the facts against the applicable legal principles.
Throughout the episode, Judge Milian provides insight into the legal issues at hand and explains the reasoning behind her decisions. She also provides guidance and advice to both parties, encouraging them to work towards a resolution and avoid similar disputes in the future.
Ultimately, as Judge Milian renders her decision, viewers are left with a deeper understanding of the legal process and the importance of clear communication and agreement in commercial transactions.