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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S12 · E3235
Thursday · 18 min
Paint & Gain & Graceful Customs
What was supposed to be a dream truck becomes a nightmare ride! The owner claims a restoration expert missed deadlines and damaged the vehicle, while the mechanic argues the customer kept moving the goalposts. This classic car clash is running on fumes and fueled by finger-pointing!
S12 · E3304
Tuesday · 18 min
Retirement Ruse
A retirement getaway turns into a one-way trip to court! One former bestie claims her travel agent-friend botched the plans and kept the money, while the other argues the trip was cancelled and refunds were issued! The bags may be unpacked, but this dispute still has miles to go!
August 21 · 18 min
Trash and Dash
A rental arrangement collapses after a sudden move-out leaves the property in rough shape. The landlord alleges he kept up repairs, while the tenant claims the place was never properly maintained! With dents, debris and dueling stories, this rental ruckus is about to get swept into court.
S12 · E3248
August 20 · 18 min
Shockingly Bad Work
A faulty light fixture flips the switch on a heated dispute! The homeowner claims a handyman charged too much for shoddy, unfinished work, while the handyman argues he fixed the problem and got stiffed on payment. Now the judges must shed some light on the truth!
August 19 · 18 min
The Stuff of Love
A grieving pet owner sues a taxidermist for her money back after her beloved dog is buried without her consent! The taxidermist argues the owner abandoned her animal’s remains for years and never paid the balance owed! Watch the judges untangle this fur-midable feud filled with stuffed promises and buried regret.
S12 · E3224
August 18 · 18 min
Car Jacked Up
A borrowed car, a mystery driver and a whole lot of finger-pointing! One friend claims his renter broke the rules and wrecked his ride; the other argues he had no idea someone took the keys. Now the judges must put the brakes on the blame game!
August 17 · 18 min
Doggy Dilemma
A grieving dog owner demands justice after her puppy was fatally attacked by her neighbor’s dog at a local park. The neighbor wasn’t there but insists his dog must have been protecting his daughter. Grief, blame and suspicion collide in this heartbreaking courtroom battle.
S12 · E3184
August 14 · 18 min
Transmission Impossible
A woman claims a repair shop turned her SUV into a long-term guest and never fully fixed it. However, the mechanic claims extensive testing was needed to diagnose the problem. Buckle up as the judges take this automotive showdown for a spin!
S12 · E3183
August 13 · 18 min
There Will Be Mud
A pile of dirt turns neighborly relations into a muddy mess! One claims runoff damaged his property; the other argues the dirt was there all along and he improved the area, not damaged it. This dirt-filled disagreement leaves the judges shoveling through accusations in search of the truth.
S12 · E3169
August 12 · 17 min
Left My Brother A-Loan
A business venture has two brothers at odds over a beverage trailer. One brother claims he loaned money to purchase the beverage trailer, while the other argues it was always an investment. Now the judges must decide whose story holds water.
S12 · E3181
August 11 · 18 min
Lug Nuts & Let Downs
A woman claims a repair shop fixed her SUV only long enough to get off the lot and refused to give her a refund! The mechanic insists she cherry-picked repairs and still owes for additional work! Watch as the judges take this breakdown battle for a spin.
S12 · E3177
August 10 · 18 min
Moved To The Curb
A former tenant claims an illegal eviction left his belongings on the curb and gone for good. The landlord argues he walked out without proper notice and took everything with him! Now it’s up to the judges to unpack this move-out mess.
May 20 · 18 min
Gone With The Rent
A rental arrangement goes from smooth sailing to soaked ceilings. The landlords claim rent stopped and water damage followed, but the tenant argues consistent plumbing issues destroyed his property. This case leaves everyone drowning in blame.
May 19 · 18 min
Braid Expectations
A braided hairstyle comes undone in more ways than one. The customer claims promised longevity didn’t last, while the stylist argues short hair and shifting demands caused the fallout. This beauty deal leaves everyone tied up in knots.
S12 · E3305
May 18 · 18 min
Nutri-Bully
A quick kitchen gadget sale spins out of control! He claims he got the wrong size blender and a refund runaround; she claims it was an “as-is” sale, he inspected the item, and now he’s harassing her! This online deal proves small appliances can spark big accusations.
May 15 · 18 min
Lights, Bills, Action
Living together leads to an expensive break up. A woman claims she funded the household and got no repayment back, while her ex alleges, she only helped with one bill each month and he let her live there rent free! This is a case that proves sometimes love is free, but living isn’t.
May 14 · 18 min
Sugar Momma Drama
A casual relationship turns costly over damaged furniture. She claims her stored furniture was damaged before she could sell it. He alleges she removed everything after an argument. Watch as the judges determine if this case is about broken items, or broken boundaries.
May 13 · 18 min
Leasebreaker
What started as a lease ends in total release. The landlord claims the ex-tenant left damage and a walkout without notice. While the ex-tenant alleges the landlord was a nightmare who harassed and priced her out. This rental war leaves both parties fighting over who crossed the line.
May 12 · 18 min
Sugar Sugar, Oh Money Money
What one man calls a loan, one woman calls a lifestyle. He claims he financed her car with the promises of repayment. However, she alleges he gifted it all and demanded payback when she moved on. When relationships end, repayment begins.
May 12 · 18 min
TBD
A friendship with romantic roots breaks down over money and motors. She claims she loaned him money and expected repayment. He argues letting her cruise around in a Porsche covered it. This dispute puts luxury cars and long memories on trial!

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