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 · E3351
Today · 18 min
First Birthday... Last Straw!
A 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!
S13 · E3350
Friday · 18 min
Three-Wheel Overdrive
A 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!
S13 · E3349
Thursday · 18 min
Mister Big Bucks
A 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.
S13 · E3348
Wednesday · 18 min
Bed and Wreck-fest
What 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.
S13 · E3347
Tuesday · 18 min
Barking Up the Wrong Tree
An 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!
S13 · E3346
October 19 · 18 min
The Last Supper
A 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.
S13 · E3345
October 16 · 18 min
Nailed It Or Failed It?
A 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.
S13 · E3342
October 15 · 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
October 14 · 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
October 13 · 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
October 12 · 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
October 9 · 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.

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