Hot Bench

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Hot Bench, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin, is the only three-judge panel in broadcast syndication. Judges Dan Mentzer, Rachel Juarez, and Yodit Tewolde bring decades of legal experience to real small claims cases from across the country. Beyond delivering legal rulings, they offer insight, guidance, and new perspectives to litigants and viewers alike. The show aims to both educate and entertain by resolving real-life legal disputes. New episodes of Hot Bench are available every weekday.

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S13 · E3342
Today · 18 min
New Year, New Wreck
A 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.
S13 · E3344
Yesterday · 18 min
No Family Discount
A 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!
S13 · E3343
Tuesday · 18 min
Artificial Internship
This 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!
S13 · E3341
Monday · 18 min
Defamation Dispute
A 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!
S13 · E3340
Friday · 18 min
Battering Scam
This 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.
S13 · E3336
October 8 · 18 min
Car Ex-Change
A 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!
S13 · E3339
October 7 · 18 min
You Better Call Tyrone
A 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!
S13 · E3338
October 6 · 18 min
Case Of The Petty Ex
A 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.
S13 · E3337
October 5 · 18 min
The Feline Is Mine
A 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?
S13 · E3330
October 2 · 18 min
Machine Misdeal
Two former friends dig themselves into a dispute over a deal gone wrong! One claims he’s still owed money for a “skid steer,” while the other argues he got stuck with a machine that belongs in the scrapyard. Watch as the judges see if the truth can gain some traction.
S13 · E3334
October 1 · 18 min
Unpaid Work, Unfinished Business
A home restoration project springs a major leak in trust! The contractor says the job was done and additional work was declined, while the homeowner claims the house was torn apart and left unfinished. This is a job that came with more problems than permits!
S13 · E3333
September 30 · 18 min
Are You Fur Real?
A puppy partnership turns into a doggone disaster! One woman claims she was promised two puppies from a planned breeding arrangement, while the other says she ended the deal when they ended their friendship. Emotions run high in this tail wagging tug of war.
S13 · E3332
September 29 · 18 min
Who's That Kicking Down My Door?
The lease may have expired, by the drama is still month-to-month! The landlord claims his tenant left behind unpaid rent and havoc, while the tenant claims the roommates made his life miserable. Watch as the judges tackle a living situation that clearly failed inspection.
S13 · E3331
September 28 · 17 min
Maul-ti-poo Mayhem
A neighborhood dog dispute has both sides barking mad! She claims her Maltipoo suffered devastating injuries, while he claims his Pit Bull is not aggressive and she escalated the situation! When accusations fly, the truth is anything but easy to leash.
S13 · E3335
September 25 · 18 min
Triple No!
What started as a repair job turns into a bumper-to-bumper blame game! One driver claims a mechanic failed to properly fix her cars, while the mechanic argues she caused her own troubles. This is one dispute running on more excuses than gasoline!
S13 · E3329
September 24 · 18 min
Gas Me Up
A gas bill turns two former friends into sworn enemies! One claims her roommate always found excuses to not pay utilities, while the other claims he always drove her around and paid for other expenses! Talk about a utility bill with lasting power!
S13 · E3328
September 23 · 18 min
Bite Night
A walk around the block leads straight into court! One neighbor claims a dog attack left his pet injured, while the other neighbor argues the vet bills don’t pass the sniff test. Watch as the judges determine who’s responsible for this neighborhood dogfight.
S13 · E3327
September 22 · 18 min
Cruise Control
What was supposed to be a family vacation turns into a debt frustration! An aunt claims her niece stopped making payments on a loan for a cruise, while the niece argues extra charges sank their agreement. Watch as the cruise dispute makes some serious waves!
S13 · E3326
September 21 · 18 min
Teacup Trouble
A new puppy brings home a big problem! The buyer claims her puppy was diagnosed with parvovirus within 24hrs, while the pet shop owners argue the dog was healthy and the diagnosis was wrong. It’s up to the judges to dig to the bottom of this canine controversy.
S13 · E3325
September 18 · 18 min
The Vanishing Vehicle
A 25-year-old friendship hits a dead end over a broken SUV. She claims she bought a lemon that disappeared. He argues, he can’t be expected to refund a vehicle that drove right out of the dispute! Sounds like this deal came with too much mileage and not enough trust.

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