Hot Bench
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Hot Bench is a syndicated courtroom show created by Judge Judy Sheindlin featuring a three-judge panel. Judges Dan Mentzer, Rachel Juarez, and Yodit Tewolde hear real small claims cases from across the United States and issue rulings. Beyond the verdicts, they offer insight, guidance, and new perspectives to litigants and viewers. The show aims to educate and entertain through real-life legal disputes. New episodes are available every weekday.
Episodes
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Raggedy Van 30.10.2026 18mA minivan purchase goes from family vehicle to financial headache! The buyer claims she was sold a van with a dying transmission, while the seller argues it ran fine and that’s the risk of buying used! Tune in as trust and transmission trouble are on trial. -
Keyed Off 29.10.2026 18mA spare room is at the center of a housing headache! She claims there was a promise of a year-long living arrangement and abruptly kicked out, while he argues she was only ever a temporary guest who couldn’t follow the rules. Watch as both sides argue over a living situation that came with more drama than square footage! -
Wig Out 28.10.2026 18mA wig purchase leaves one customer pulling her hair out! The customer claims the wig didn’t fit and wasn’t what she wanted, while the shop owner claims the purchase was approved and non-refundable! This dispute is anything but a good look! -
Title Waves 27.10.2026 18mAn SUV sale between exes quickly runs off the road! A woman claims she returned the vehicle after discovering problems and never got her refund. Her ex argues she still owes money and claims she still has the SUV! This breakup comes with plenty of automotive baggage. -
First Birthday... Last Straw! 26.10.2026 18mA milestone birthday ends with disappointment and demands for a refund. A mother claims the decorations and party favors failed to meet expectations, while the decorator argues she went above and beyond despite difficult circumstances. This celebration is ringing in the drama! -
Three-Wheel Overdrive 23.10.2026 18mA bargain truck purchase turns into a roadside nightmare! A buyer claims the vehicle was falling apart, while the alleged seller argues he merely brokered the deal and isn’t responsible. One truck, two stories and no brakes on the drama! -
Mister Big Bucks 22.10.2026 18mA former family friendship breaks down over money and broken trust. One claims he repeatedly helped with car expenses and was never repaid, while the other argues repayment was never part of the deal. Now the judges must determine whether repayment was promised or presumed. -
Bed and Wreck-fest 21.10.2026 18mWhat started as a short-term rental turns into a long-term headache! The landlord claims his tenant allowed unauthorized guests who left the property in disarray, while the tenant claims the guests took over the arrangement, which he knew! Looks like this rental dispute, is checking into court. -
Barking Up the Wrong Tree 20.10.2026 18mAn off-leash encounter sends neighbors straight into court! One claims his dog was seriously injured, and he was stuck with thousands of vet bills. The other claims it was simply a brief scuffle. With disputes like this, somebody’s story isn’t passing the sniff test! -
The Last Supper 19.10.2026 18mA simple favor leads to a painful falling out. A couple claims their former church friend crashed their truck and won’t pay for the damage, while she argues a faulty tire is responsible for the accident. Watch as the judges navigate a collision of faith, favors and hard feelings. -
Nailed It Or Failed It? 16.10.2026 18mA home repair turns into a bitter battle over workmanship and money. A contractor claims he’s still waiting to be paid, while the homeowner argues she’s still waiting for quality work! Watch as the judges determine whether this project was a job well done or a costly mistake. -
New Year, New Wreck 15.10.2026 18mA trip through an intersection turns into a collision of accusations! One driver claims a truck ran a red light and left her with a damaged minivan, while the other alleges she drove straight through a red light and into his truck! Watch as the judges uncover which story has the right of way. -
No Family Discount 14.10.2026 18mA bargain rental quickly becomes a costly disagreement! An aunt and uncle claim their niece and nephew left owing rent and cleanup costs, but they claim the house was a mess and wasn’t worth the rent increase. This housing battle is anything but home sweet home! -
Artificial Internship 13.10.2026 18mThis AI project may have generated more drama than results! One woman claims she was hired and then reclassified as an unpaid intern, while the business owner argues a contract was never signed and she barely worked! It’s up to the judges to decide whose story needs a software update! -
Defamation Dispute 12.10.2026 18mA decades-old relationship is back with vengeance! He claims his childhood ex’s social media rant hurt his reputation, while she argues he’s been telling stories about her too! These two former sweethearts are anything but friends online! -
Battering Scam 09.10.2026 18mThis used-car deal may have stalled before it even started! The buyer claims he was sold a vehicle in poor condition, while the seller argues he is being blamed for someone else’s scam! Talk about a deal with no warranty on the drama. -
Car Ex-Change 08.10.2026 18mA failed relationship drives a bitter dispute over a car. She claims he promised to make payments and maintain the vehicle, while he argues she never followed through on transferring ownership. Looks like this relationship came with a very expensive return policy! -
You Better Call Tyrone 07.10.2026 18mA casino-themed birthday bash leaves one man feeling like he lost a bet! He claims he deserves his deposit back after canceling early, except the planner argues the money was already committed to vendors. It’s up to the judges to decide whether this refund request is a winning hand! -
Case Of The Petty Ex 06.10.2026 18mA breakup leaves one ex seeing red... on her credit card statement! She claims she covered a car repair bill and got stuck with the payments, while he argues she offered to help before abruptly ending the relationship! Watch as the judges sort through a debt loaded with emotional interest. -
The Feline Is Mine 05.10.2026 18mA family catfight turns into a purr-fect storm of drama! One side claims a teenager left his treasured pet with Grandma during a vacation, while Grandma claims she’s grown attached and doesn’t want to give it back! Will a grandmother’s wishes outweigh a teenager’s broken heart?
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