The judge walked into the courtroom, struck a gavel and said, “Before I begin sentencing, I want to announce that the defendant’s attorney gave me $15,000 to trial the case as his way.”

– Oh, really? – Dozens of people in the courtroom stirred.

The judge continued:

– And the plaintiff’s attorney gave me $10,000 to trial the case as her way.

The courtroom was silent to listen.

– Therefore, in order to avoid making incorrect judgments and ensure fairness in the trial, I will return $5,000 to the defendant. Does anyone have any idea?