Judge Rules That Judge Judy's $47M Salary Is Not Too High | THR News

The transcript discusses a legal dispute involving CBS and Revel Entertainment over profit participation from the Judge Judy show. CBS defended its payment structure, arguing that Judge Judy's salary was necessary to keep the show profitable. The court dismissed the main claim but allowed a related claim about the Hot Bench spinoff to proceed. Judge Judy's negotiation process and the court's ruling are detailed, highlighting the complexities of television industry profit-sharing agreements.

What was the main claim made by Revel Entertainment Partners against CBS?

• They were denied a fair share of profits from Judge Judy.

• They were not allowed to produce Judge Judy.

• They were not given enough advertising slots.

• They were denied access to Judge Judy's personal records.

What was a significant reason for the show running a deficit according to the lawsuit?

• Judge Judy's large salary

• High production costs

• Declining viewership

• Lack of sponsorship

How does Judge Judy describe her negotiation process with CBS?

• As a casual conversation

• As a competitive bidding process

• As a formal legal proceeding

• As a non-negotiation with clear demands

What was Rebel Entertainment's claim regarding the 'Hot Bench' show?

• It was a completely new show unrelated to Judge Judy.

• It was a spinoff that entitled them to compensation.

• It was a failed project with no profits.

• It was a show produced by a different network.

What was the court's stance on the 'Hot Bench' profit claim?

• The court ruled in favor of CBS.

• The court dismissed the claim entirely.

• The court decided to proceed to trial.

• The court awarded damages to Rebel Entertainment.