JUDGE JUDY wants my RSVP!! Has anyone dealt with Her Honor??

[MsPat1211]

I recently filed a Small Claims suit in FLORIDA. I posted in this Small Claims forum on August 15th....BTW, thanks HALKET for such a speedy reply! Your footprint was by far the biggest one on my butt!

Recently I received an overnight air express letter from JUDGE JUDY!! After the initial fits of laughter, screaming, and anxiety attacks, I called and talked to the producer. It all sounds toooo good to be true! They pay my "travel expenses" and also an "appearance fee". Additionally, IF Judge Judy awards me a judgment, SHE pays me the monetary judgment, on behalf of the Defendant, within 30 days!! I told the producer I'm interested! Currently, he's contacting the Defendants.

My question is.....What's wrong with this picture???
Has anyone been approached and/or walked the line with Judge Judy? I've searched this site for other instances with Her Honor, but haven't found very much information. ANY input would be greatly appreciated!!

 

[JETX]

First, thank you for the compliment (I think??). And I have a brand new pair of boots!!!


Q1) "What's wrong with this picture???"
A1) Nothing. You have to be TOTALLY prepared. Judge Scheindlin can be a real SOB if you come across as petty or belligerent.

Q2) "Has anyone been approached and/or walked the line with Judge Judy?"
A2) Not me. But, if you have sound legal principles, can appear to know what you are doing and present a strong and solid case, you should have a good time.

And lets not forget... if you prevail, you won't have to worry about chasing the debtor down and trying to collect. They pay YOU!

As I understand it, they fund a 'casepool' and any award you get is paid from that pool. Lets assume the pool is $5,000 and you win $2,000. You get the first $2000 of the pool (as settlement) and then the rest ($3k) is split between the two parties. That way they make sure that both parties have an interest in any award.