Here Comes The Judge! Here Comes The Judge!
Two opposing laywers in a big civil lawsuit are both called into Judge Judy’s chamber. Judge Judy looks sternly at both men and says, “Yesterday, Mr. Martin here gave me ten thousand dollars so that I can render the decision in his favor. That same afternoon Mr. Rowan here paid me a visit and gave me fifteen thousand dollars so that I will look at his cause more favorably.”
Mr. Rowan and Mr. Martin are now squirming in their seats as Judge Judy gives both lawyers the evil eye. After a few uncomfortable minutes, Mr. Martin cautiously asks, “Well, your honor, what do you intend to do about this?”
Judge Judy just smiles and says, “Tell you what I’m going to do. I’m going to give Mr. Rowan back his five thousand dollars and I’ll decide the case on its merits alone.”