Gwyneth Paltrow is currently embroiled in a legal battle over allegations that she crashed into retired optometrist Terry Sanderson on a ski slope in Park City, Utah, back in 2016.
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Sanderson claims that Paltrow's actions resulted in broken ribs and permanent brain damage, while Paltrow claims that it was actually Sanderson who crashed into her. What should have been a simple case has turned into a bizarre courtroom drama, with even top journalists left dumbfounded by what they have witnessed.
Piers Morgan has been following the case closely and recently expressed his disbelief at the proceedings. In an episode of his show, he commented, "I don't know what the judge is doing allowing this to continue, but it's infuriatingly hilarious". Sharon Osbourne, who was a guest on the show, also expressed her confusion over Paltrow's decision to fight the lawsuit instead of opting for an out-of-court settlement, considering the relatively small sum of money involved.
The case has been marked by several bizarre moments, such as Paltrow's lawyers waving around a dollar bill in court to emphasize that they were only counter-suing for one dollar in damages and attorney's fees. There was also an incident where one of Paltrow's lawyers asked the judge if they could bring treats for the bailiffs, which was quickly shut down.
Paltrow's legal team has been facing ridicule on social media for their antics during the trial, such as complaining about a camera in the courtroom that was pointed directly at Paltrow and asking the judge if they could bring in treats for the bailiffs. One of Paltrow's lawyers also got into hot water after asking Sanderson's daughter pointed questions about an alleged incident in which Sanderson punched a man he thought was having an affair with his ex-wife.
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Despite the drama, there have been moments of levity in the courtroom. Paltrow and Sanderson's attorney Kristen Van Orman had some amusing banter during a cross-examination, with Van Orman even making Paltrow laugh by complimenting her.
The trial has been closely followed by the media and the public alike, with many left scratching their heads at the bizarre turn of events. The case continues, and it remains to be seen what the final outcome will be.