Misleading Cases
Season 1
A court that is frequently presided over by the increasingly amused Mr Justice Swallow and Mr Haddock's long-suffering adversary Sir Joshua Hoot QC.
Where to Watch Season 1
6 Episodes
- The Negotiable Cow
E1The Negotiable CowArgumentative old Cuss Albert Haddock proves that a cheque written on the side of a cow is legal tender. Based on the stories of A.P. Herbert, who trained as a lawyer, though he never practiced, and became an MP for Oxford University just to sponsor the modern divorce law. The "Misleading Cases" all cover obscure but humorous legal points. - Is a Golfer a Gentleman?
E2Is a Golfer a Gentleman?Albert plays a terrible round of golf, which results in him swearing very publicly, which leads to him being charged under the Profane Oaths Act which imposes large fines for gentlemen. He sets out to prove that playing golf reduces a gentleman to act like a lunatic, and that while playing the game, he is not legally a gentleman. - Port to Port
E3Port to PortMr. Haddock has an altercation with a motorist who is driving along the Mall while it is inundated, and Mr Haddock is in a small boat. The Law of the Road and the Law of the Sea conflict when giving way, the motorist is deflected off the road, and his vehicle is "drowned" by going into deeper water. Naturally, a court case ensues, and naturally, Mr. Haddock wins the argument.
