From Plaintiff to Defendant

After a business fire, Peter Kirisits and JoAnne Gleason find themselves in a real life movie filled with corrupt lawyers, unethical inspectors, & curious antics of the judges by taking advantage of the system. Their true story shines a spotlight on the inner workings of a corrupt legal system that is stacked against both businesses and individuals. From break-ins to veiled threats, having brake lines cut to secret meetings, Peter and Jo Anne have lived a suspense movie since 1999. Their story shows that tenacity and sheer will can keep you afloat in a legal system stacked against the public. Those involved in their own lengthy court battles can gain strength from their story by seeing that they are not alone, and seeing how others have managed to stay afloat through trials and tribulations. By putting their story out into the public eye, Peter and Jo Anne strive to help change the ethically and morally corrupt court system in Buffalo.