The hubbub began in January, when Mathis got into a car accident and went to the hospital. She was in the hospital until February, and her car was towed in the process. When she asked the impound unit about her 2002 Saturn, officials wouldn't give her any information, she alleged. Naturally, the judge thinks the $500 billion number is a little steep and wants the claim dismissed. She says that Mathis didn't even ask about why her car was towed -- she just wanted the money.
