The People’s Court Podcast

The honorable Judge Marilyn Milian presides over the four-time Emmy award winning "The People’s Court." For more than two decades, Milian has dispensed justice and provided legal insight in the courtroom where justice and reality collide. And now, you can take the show on the go with "The People’s Court Podcast."

"The People’s Court Podcast" draws on ordinary people who have filed grievances in civil court and have opted to have their cases heard and mediated by Judge Milian. Running the gamut from disputes between neighbors and family members, to dissatisfied customers suing businesses, Milian's decisions – based on current law – are final and binding.

Joining Milian is multiple Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter Harvey Levin, who serves as the series’ host and legal reporter. In the courtroom, Milian is joined by court officer Douglas McIntosh. Doug Llewelyn interviews litigants after a decision has been rendered in their cases.

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Thursday · 43 min
'Performing a Disappearing Act' & 'Strumming A Guy Along' & 'Being a Tad Overbearing '
First, the plaintiff pawned several things at the defendant's shop. However, the defendant got evicted and the plaintiff's stuff was forfeited. The plaintiff is suing for the value of her belongings. The defendant insists she sent the plaintiff a verified letter of her address change. The defendant believes the plaintiff is just trying to make some cash. Then, the plaintiff, a singer, was hired by the defendant to do a performance. However, the defendant hasn't yet paid, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he wasn't involved with the negotiations, and he has no idea why the plaintiff is suing him. Plus, the plaintiff claims his landlord, the defendant, won't return his security deposit, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff caused extensive damage, and she's countersuing for additional repairs needed. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wednesday · 44 min
'I Owe You Nothing ' & 'Sweeping It Under The Rug' & 'Exhausting a Relationship'
First, the plaintiff loaned her good friend, the defendant, money because she was unemployed. However, it's been years, and the defendant hasn't yet paid it back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the money was a gift. Then, the plaintiff owns an auction house, and the defendant placed a bid on a rug. However, the defendant failed to sign the check and backed out of the deal, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the rug in question wasn't the one he bought. Plus, the plaintiff used to be friends with the defendant. However, the plaintiff sold the defendant a car, but he hasn't yet paid for it in full, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff was supposed to have the vehicle fixed before he purchased it and failed to do so. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday · 44 min
'Flip-Flopping on a Friend' & 'Going Loco on Coco' & 'Sticky Fingers'
First, the plaintiff and the defendant went to Disney World together. The defendant hasn't paid her portion of the trip, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims she babysat for the plaintiff and did all kinds of things for her. The defendant believes the trip to Disney World was a gift. Then, the plaintiff says her puppy was mauled to death by the defendant's dog. The plaintiff is suing for the cost of her puppy and pain and suffering. The defendant claims the plaintiff's unleashed dog instigated the attack. Plus, the plaintiff claims one of his employees stole cash from him, as well as a gift card, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant denies the allegations. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 27 · 43 min
'Being Out of Control' & 'Refusing a Bill' & 'To Sell or Not to Sell'
First, the plaintiff was walking her dog when the defendant's dog bit her. The plaintiff is suing for medical costs. The defendant says there is no way his dog attacked the plaintiff's. Then, the plaintiff did some mechanical work on the defendant's car, but she hasn't paid, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff is a scammer. Plus, the plaintiff was going to purchase a townhouse, and she spent money on an inspection. However, the defendant backed out of the deal, so the plaintiff is suing for the money she already spent. The defendant admits she backed out of the deal, but there was no contract in place, and nothing was signed yet. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 24 · 43 min
'Letting an Auntie Down ' & 'Getting Out Early' & 'Grand Theft Scooter'
First, the plaintiff put her car in the defendant's name. However, the vehicle was impounded, and she can't get it out, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff was supposed to pay half the expenses but fell behind. The defendant is countersuing for unpaid parking tickets, insurance costs, and pain and suffering. Then, the plaintiff says the defendants, his former tenants, caused damage and moved out without proper notice, so the plaintiff is suing for back rent and fees. The defendants argue there were issues with the apartment since day one. The defendants discovered multiple code violations with the place, and they believe they owe nothing. Plus, the plaintiff claims the defendant's son stole his son's scooter, so he's suing. The defendant insists her son had nothing to do with the scooter. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 23 · 43 min
'Pooping On a Neighbor' & 'Taking a Toll' & 'Springing a Leak'
First, the plaintiff says the defendant's dogs kept doing their business on his driveway. The plaintiff had to hire professionals to clean up the mess, so he's suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff complains about everything, and his dogs are great. The defendant has no idea what the plaintiff is talking about with this lawsuit. Then, the plaintiff loaned the defendant money, and in exchange, she was going to use the defendant's car for a month. However, the defendant backed out of the deal, so the plaintiff is suing for her money back. The defendant claims she drove the plaintiff all over town for appointments, and the plaintiff gave her some gas money. The defendant doesn't understand why the plaintiff wants her money back. Plus, the plaintiff says the defendant, her upstairs neighbor, flooded the toilet. The ceiling collapsed and damaged belongings as a result, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says she didn't cause the flooding. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 22 · 43 min
'Keeping a Fellow in the Dark' & 'Throwing it All Away' & 'Driving a Guy Mad'
First, the plaintiff brought his car into the defendant's shop, but he trashed the bumper and caused other issues, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he repaired the vehicle for free. The plaintiff didn't complain until two years later. Then, the plaintiff claims the defendant, her ex, took her computer and video camera and threw them out. The plaintiff is suing for the value of her belongings. The defendant says the plaintiff up and moved out on him one day. The defendant insists the plaintiff abandoned the items, so he had every right to throw them out. Plus, the plaintiff worked for the defendant's car service. However, things didn't work out. The plaintiff wants his security deposit he gave the defendant for the car he drove, as well as unpaid wages, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff only worked nine jobs for him and abruptly changed his mind about the position. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 21 · 43 min
'Poor Parking' & 'Making a Friend an Enemy' & 'Being a Phony'
First, the plaintiff says the defendant knocked over a motorcycle, and it fell on the hood of her car. The plaintiff is suing for damages. The defendant argues she didn't knock over the motorcycle, so she is not responsible for the damages. Then, the plaintiff used to be really close to the defendant. However, the plaintiff claims she sold the defendant a television, but he hasn't paid in full, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant admits he owes some money, but he lost his job. Plus, the plaintiff, a handwriting expert who certifies signatures, claims the defendant hired him during his divorce. However, the plaintiff says the defendant hasn't yet paid him, so he's suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff was supposed to testify in court for the case but didn't. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 20 · 43 min
'Being Insecure' & 'Not Budging ' & 'Letting The Air Out'
First, the plaintiff brought his computer to the defendant's shop. The store was robbed, and the plaintiff's computer was stolen as a result. The plaintiff is suing for the amount he is owed. The defendant argues he found a replacement computer, so he denies owing anything else. Then, the plaintiffs put a deposit down on a car. However, they discovered the car had some issues, so the plaintiffs are suing for the return of the deposit. The defendant insists he made it very clear that deposits are nonrefundable. Plus, the plaintiff hired the defendant to provide a bounce house, a magician, and a clown for her son's birthday party. However, the plaintiff insists she didn't get anything close to what she asked for, so she's suing for a refund. The defendant argues the magician was 10 minutes late, and he was cursed out and told to go home. The defendant believes the plaintiff is being unreasonable with this case. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 17 · 43 min
'Painting a Bad Picture' & 'The Case of Not Paying' & 'Walking Out'
First, the plaintiff hired and paid the defendant to scrape and paint her building. Unfortunately, the defendant took off, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he got sick one day, and the plaintiff is making it seem like he is unreliable. Then, the plaintiff worked as a nanny for the defendant. The plaintiff says she is owed money for her services, so she is suing for unpaid wages. The defendant believes the plaintiff doesn't deserve a penny. The plaintiff left the defendant's child unattended in the bath, and she fell asleep on the job. Plus, the plaintiff purchased a car from the defendant, but he didn't stand by the warranty. The plaintiff is suing for the cost of repairs. The defendant says the plaintiff bought a warranty on the transmission only, and she is complaining about a whole separate problem. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 16 · 43 min
'Pooping Out on Prom Night' & 'Having No Horse Sense' & 'Letting a Lady Down'
First, the plaintiff hired the defendant’s limo company for her daughter’s prom. The plaintiff claims the defendant never showed up, so she’s suing for pain and suffering and last-minute expenses incurred. The defendant is very sorry, but the car broke down. The defendant offered a free ride for a future date, so he doesn’t believe this lawsuit is necessary. Then, the plaintiff was driving down the road one day when a horse landed on his car and smashed his windshield. The plaintiff is suing the defendant who owns the horse. The defendant argues his fence was adequate, and it’s not his fault that his horse got out. Plus, the plaintiff hired the defendant to remodel her garage. However, the plaintiff wasn’t happy with the defendant’s work, and now she has to have it redone, so she’s suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff kept adding things to the original job. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 15 · 43 min
'Tossing It All Away' & 'Making Waves' & 'Sounds Ridiculous Right?'
First, as the plaintiff was leaving a party, she says the defendant threw a phone at her, damaging her window. The plaintiff is suing for damages. The defendant claims he threw the phone at the plaintiff because she wasn’t looking where she was going while backing up. He was just trying to get the plaintiff’s attention so she wouldn’t run into him. Then, the plaintiff hired the defendant to cover his pool. When the plaintiff uncovered the pool, he noticed a metal Frisbee at the bottom, and it left a rust ring, damaging the liner. The plaintiff is suing for the cost of a new liner. The defendant insists it’s the plaintiff’s responsibility to make sure nothing is left in the pool before covering. The defendant is countersuing for unpaid fees. Plus, the plaintiff worked for the defendant when she was opening a homeless shelter. However, the plaintiff claims the defendant hasn’t paid him what he is owed, so he’s suing. The defendant says the plaintiff is her accountant but wanted to be her CFO, and she said no. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 14 · 44 min
'Being Yellow' & 'Unloading Lemons' & 'Couching The Issue'
First, the plaintiff hired the defendant, a landscaper, to remove a patch of grass and replace it with sod, but it turned yellow. The defendant offered to come back and redo the sod, but he didn’t, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff forgot to water his lawn for a whole week, so that’s not his fault. Then, the plaintiff purchased a used car from the defendant, but it turned out to be a lemon, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists he took the car back after six weeks and gave her some money back because the plaintiff decided she didn’t want the car anymore. The defendant doesn’t understand why the plaintiff is trying to get more money out of him. Plus, the plaintiff bought a sofa from the defendant. After two weeks, the fabric started bunching up, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says that’s just what happens when you sit on leather. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 13 · 43 min
'Being Dippy' & 'Leading a Guy Along' & 'Mucking Up a Mirror'
First, the plaintiff says the defendant took her jewelry to get dipped in gold. When she got it back, the plaintiff realized it wasn’t her necklace, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists she did not steal the plaintiff’s necklace, and all she did was try to do a favor for her. Then, the plaintiff met the defendant while playing pool. The defendant moved in with him, but she owes rent, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant believes the plaintiff is just sour because he wanted to be more than friends. Plus, the plaintiff was parked and waiting in his car when the defendant smashed into his side-view mirror. The defendant hasn’t yet paid for the damages, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the damage is not her fault. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 10 · 43 min
'Not Getting The Color Right' & 'Being Data Deficient ' & 'Smacking It But Good'
First, the plaintiff went to the defendant to do her hair. However, the plaintiff alleges the defendant intentionally ruined her hair, so she’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff’s hair was extremely damaged by the time she went to see him. The defendant is countersuing for slander. Then, the plaintiff was hired by the defendants to retrieve data on a laptop, but it crashed. However, the defendants haven’t paid, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendants claim the plaintiff never fully delivered on the job, so they deny owing. The defendants are countersuing for the cost of a new laptop, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Plus, the plaintiff says his co-worker, the defendant, dented his car while opening the door and hitting a fire hydrant. The plaintiff believes the defendant did it purposely because he yelled at him, and he is suing. The defendant claims the damage isn’t his fault because the plaintiff parked so close to a fire hydrant. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 9 · 43 min
'Bringing An End To Licks Everything' & 'Cracking Up'
First, the plaintiff says his dog was viciously attacked by the defendant's dog and had to be put down. The plaintiff is suing for vet bills. The defendant argues the plaintiff's dog instigated the attack. Then, the plaintiff claims the defendant got into a car accident and damaged her vehicle and fence in the process, so the plaintiff is suing for damages. The defendant says a drunk driver hit her, causing her to run into the plaintiff's parked car. The defendant believes the plaintiff should sue the drunk driver, not her. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 8 · 43 min
'Dumping on Day Care' & 'The Day The Music Died' & 'Cycling Her Way Into a Lawsuit'
First, the plaintiff, a child care provider, took care of the defendant's kids. However, the plaintiff claims the defendant owes her for her services, so she's suing. The defendant insists one of her children didn't eat while in the plaintiff's care, and another child alleges the plaintiff put her hands on her. The defendant pulled her kids out and doesn't believe she owes the plaintiff a dime. Then, the plaintiff says he and the defendant worked together as promoters at a club. Unfortunately, the plaintiff alleges the defendant stole his speakers, so he's suing. The defendant says he purchased the speakers with his own money, and he has the proof to show it. Plus, the plaintiffs purchased a motorcycle from the defendant, but the engine was full of bird seed. The plaintiffs are suing for a refund. The defendant insists the plaintiffs tested out the motorcycle, inspected everything, and purchased the motorcycle as is. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 7 · 43 min
'Moving On Out' & 'Not Returning a Car' & 'Refusing To Pay a Bill'
First, the plaintiff rented a room from the defendant. However, when she moved in, the plaintiff claims things didn't go very well, and she moved out. The defendant won't return the security deposit, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff hit her friend's car in the driveway. The defendant is countersuing for failing to give adequate notice. Then, the plaintiff allowed the defendant to borrow his car. Unfortunately, the plaintiff doesn't know where his vehicle is but learned it had been towed, so he's suing. The defendant argues the car began overheating, so she brought it to a mechanic. The defendant insists she told the plaintiff it was his responsibility to pick it up from the shop. Plus, the plaintiff says the defendants' daughter was enrolled in the preschool she runs. However, the defendants stopped making payments, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendants don't believe they owe the plaintiff any money. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 6 · 43 min
'Boxing a Pomeranian' & 'Decking a Guy' & 'Not Being Straight'
First, the plaintiff claims his dog was attacked by the defendant's dog. The plaintiff is suing for vet bills. The defendant argues he told the plaintiff to go to his vet, but he went to an emergency vet instead, which ended up costing an arm and a leg. Then, the defendant hired the plaintiff's company to power wash and stain a deck. However, the defendant has been stiffing him, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff didn't finish the job and lied to her. Plus, the plaintiff purchased a vehicle from the defendant. The defendant told her it had never been in an accident. However, when the plaintiff went to trade the car, she learned it had been in a severe crash. The plaintiff is suing for fraud. The defendant argues the car's report came back clean when he initially bought it. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 3 · 44 min
'Selling a Sick Cycle' & 'Bad Brokering' & 'There She Blows'
First, the plaintiff bought a motorcyle from the defendant. Unfortunately, the plaintiff alleges the motorcycle was defective, so he's suing for a refund. The defendant argues the plaintiff saw the motorcyle in person, purchased it, and decided he wanted to return it five days later. Then, the plaintiff gave the defendant, a realtor, $2,000 to hold an apartment. However, the plaintiff couldn't afford the entire deposit for the lease and wants her $2,000 back. The defendant won't return the money, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the fee is nonrefundable. Plus, the plaintiff says debris from the defendant's building landed on her car, damaging it. The plaintiff is suing for repairs needed. The defendant argues a wind storm caused the debris to blow away, making it an act of God. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices