User Reviews

The process of Judge Judy's beat down of Miss Santiago and the deserving plaintiffs case prevailing were gratifying. Gasket360 gave a strong review of how problematic unlicensed drivers are to society touching on numerous keen observations. From those aspects the episode was highly valuable. But, the case was more of a documentary than an actual peeling the onion digging for facts court case. Miss Santiago's complete 180 going from cold and combative to crocodile tears concerned citizen was bizarre. Even though the plaintiffs won other than the shows salary I don't see the plaintiffs seeing any of the verdict payout from Miss Santiago.

Hopefully the defendant learned something from the ordeal. Wonderful the plaintiffs are making progress returning to good health and their thankful positive outlook were highlights of the episode.

Ms. Sheindlin's demeanor and overall tone toward the defendant was harsh--and it was well deserved. AND it was her golden opportunity to send a message to any and all drivers that are 1- unlicensed, 2--incompetent, 3--incapable of passing multiple driving tests, 4--uninsured, 5--driving while high on pot, 6--operating a lethal weapon without the owner's permission, and 7--unwilling to accept responsibility. Add to the mix unabashed and unbridled stupidity. By not showing up to court, the mother was teaching her daughter irresponsibility and how to skirt the laws of California, while also condoning her daughter's deplorable behavior. The mother is role modeling that one doesn't need to abide by the laws governing the operation of a vehicle. "They," referencing the plaintiffs, "weren't watching where they were walking--they ran into me, I didn't hit them." Outrageous. The judge nailed her about her "pat" answers. The defendant wouldn't listen. Apparently the time in jail was not enough for the defendant to fully contemplate the gravity of her actions since the time of the accident and the date of taping this episode. Did the Judge get through to a remorseless and calloused defendant? Did anyone in Sacramento listen to the Judge about not issuing driver's licenses until 25 years of age with this kind of history? Unfortunately, It still would not prevent illegal and irresponsible driving. And the judge was TOTALLY in-line by calling her "stupid". It was the wrong day and the wrong judge to appear before and not know that an unlicensed driver had just killed 6 people the day before. I continue to remain a great admirer of Judge Sheindlin's quick ferreting out of the truth. "Don't Pee on my leg and tell me it's raining." Yes, your honor.