Hot Bench
A panel of three judges hear court cases, argue the merits of the case amongst themselves, and render a verdict.
Karaoke Affair Gone Haywire!; Water -Tortured Girlfriend?
Former singing buddies dispute the intimacy of their relationship and fight over an alleged move to a violence-free home. A woman claims her attempts to rescue a friend from an allegedly abusive relationship cost her a friendship and landed her in court.
The Girl With The Eyelid Tattoo!
A woman accuses a permanent cosmetic practitioner of failing to complete pre-paid services; stalking and harassment charges ensue.
Felonies, Child Support and Alleged Abuse
A man with five children, two felonies and $16,500 owing in child support blames his estranged wife for trashed family property.
Sexual Harassment Strikes Again?!
A woman accuses her landlord of touching her inappropriately and offering to adjust her rent if she spent time with him.
Who Shot the Pit Bulls?!
When Pit Bulls suffer bullet wounds, a neighbor confesses that he shot a rifle at them but that it was the dog's owner who caused the injuries.
Judge Backman's Mentalist Magic!; Brothers Gone Wild!
The Judge looks into his crystal ball to predict the fate of the neighborhood cake lady verses the car dealer.; Feuding brothers disagree as to the nature of their joint business venture when one brother demands payment for his 'creative' services.
Woman Deserved Savage Attack?! Superman Gets the Shaft!
When a woman and her dog are attacked by a neighbor's pitbull, he blames her for choosing to walk by his house. When an ex-girlfriend comes to town with a busted car, her ex-lover jumps at the chance to help; he insists he always expected payback.
Missing Service Cat Triggers Fight!
In an attempt to find his missing service cat, a veteran with PTSD is accused of intimidation; he sues a neighbor for filing a false police report.
Don't Pee On My Leg and Tell Me Its Raining!
The Judges pay homage to Judge Judy when a contractor suing an ex-client uses one of her infamous sayings as evidence.
Love, Felony and Spare Ribs!
A convicted felon claims his ex-boyfriend lied to his probation officer causing him to be evicted, fail classes and lose financial aid.
Retired Cop on the Hot Seat!
Judge Acker calls a retired LAPD officer's behavior appalling' in a dispute involving a landlord who goes up against his marijuana-growing tenants.
Ex-Meth Addicts Back on Track?!
A couple accused of child endangerment for injecting meth in front of their 6-week-old child demand that their landlord return their property.
Judge Bakman: Family Healer; Harley Friend Fight!
In a surprise twist to a family drama, Judge Bakman calls on a mother, being sued by her son, to take a dramatic step toward reconciliation.; Childhood friends bring their grievances to court after the sale of a Harley goes south.
Who Died and Made You Boss?!; Admirer Steals Jewelry?!
After a death in the family, a man takes it upon himself to illegally allocate life insurance payments to the relatives he feels are most deserving. A woman claims the man she hired to help move belongings stole her jewelry.
Cancer Fundraiser Gone Wrong?!; Funeral Wake Meets Animal House
When a band's singer takes a trip to Paris instead of performing at a fundraiser, a fight over an allegedly breached contract ensues.; A young man claims the Irish wake he held was respectable and ended early; his landlord says it was a raging party.
Love Triangle Tragedy!; Sugar Mamma Payback?!
After two women date the same man, one is left pregnant with his child while the other is engaged to marry him. When sued by his ex-girlfriend for an unpaid loan, a man claims she was a 'forceful giver' and that she bullied him about repayment.
Heartbreaking Dog Custody Fight
Emotions run high when dog lovers battle for ownership of the beloved Chihuahua "Bandit" who is called on to 'testify' in court.
Beauty and the Creepy Beast?!
A man accused of lewd behavior denies breaking into a female tenant's bedroom while she was asleep and of asking her to commit a crime.
Hookers and Guns and Squirrels?! Oh My!
A single mom with a toddler is accused of prostitution after suing her alleged squirrel-hoarding, mold-growing landlord for back rent.
Transgender Discrimination?; Sugar Daddy Drama!
A tenant accuses a landlord of an illegal lockout that allegedly led to homelessness. A 58-year-old man admits that he fell hard for a beautiful, 27-year-old woman, but that he always insisted she pay him back for a loan; she says he was a 'broke joke.'
Doggy Jail Bailout; Moon-Bounce Mash Up!
When a beloved dog goes missing, a couple accuses an ex-friend of hiding the animal from them. 'Party Marty' is sued by a returning customer after she cancels her son's first birthday party and demands a refund from him.
Pit Bull Breaks Yorkies Back?!; Don't Lien on Me!
After a Yorkie is attacked by a Pit Bull, their pet owners dispute vet bills, alleged bullying and Vicodin use. A woman claims she was swindled by her neighbor when he sold her an SUV with outstanding loans and no smog certificate.
Crocodile Tears Meet Contractors Fears!; Cat Caught in the Crossfire!
An emotional litigant sheds tears over incomplete home repairs; her contractor claims her home was a hostile work environment. "Diggedy" the half-bobcat feline and her three roommates are accused of trashing a rental home.
Wedding Ring Repo?!; Bus-Stop Bogus Friendship?!
After a woman's husband dies, she gives her estranged brother-in-law her wedding rings as collateral on personal loans. After meeting each other for only 10 minutes at a bus stop, two people reconnect months later only to fight over lost possessions.
Sugar in Gas Tank Custody Exchange?!; Judge Acker Meets Molly the Terrier!
A man claims his ex-wife vandalized his vehicle during a custody exchange because she saw his girlfriend in his car. Judge Acker connects with a Scottish Terrier in order to clarify contract details between the dog's owner and a woman who wanted a puppy.
Breathalyzer Love?!; Bed-Bug Bitten, Pill-Popping Alcoholic?!
A man says he installed a breathalyzer in his truck so his lover could get her license reinstated; they fight over custody of the vehicle. A woman denies outrageous allegations made by her ex-roommate and moves out after only a week-long stay.
College Student Crash! Slip and Fall Lawsuit!
A fender bender among two young women almost comes to blows according to a witness at the scene of the accident.; After a woman falls at a restaurant, she lands in court claiming her acupuncturist overcharged her for personal injury care.
Widows Trailer Fight!; High and Mighty Mishap!
A widow insists that she never 'gifted' a trailer to her estranged daughter-in-law and demands rent payback.; A woman's self-righteous attitude after driving illegally and then crashing her ex-roommate's car rubs the Judges the wrong way.
Illegal Shower Surveillance?!
A landlord throws out shocking accusations against her tenant of 10 years; he demands payback for managing her menagerie of farm animals.
Meditation Gone Wild!; Tragedy Strikes Mothers
A woman shares a horrific robbery story all with a huge smile on her face. Terminal illness and suicide further complicate a doomed friendship between two mothers fighting over a loan received during a time of crisis.
Courtroom Turned Petting Zoo!
Dakota' the Husky and 'Cody' the cat both make an appearance after an allegedly vicious attack; a conspiracy theory is also attacked.
Slandered at Church?!
Ex-roommates, who met at church, accuse each other of knife-wielding threats, illegal eviction and slander.
Body Image Blowout!; Age-Inappropriate Dance Disaster?!
A woman breaks into tears when describing how her trainer allegedly shamed her in public about her weight.; A young woman claims people teased and laughed at her after a dance recital because her dance teacher's choreography was allegedly substandard.
I'm Not a Pagan High Priestess!
A woman accuses a therapist of hypnotizing her into signing a contract; Judge DiMango shares that she stopped smoking through hypnosis.
**SPOILER ALERT – Foul Language!
A pastor from Atlanta defends his right to use whatever language he chooses when canceling a swimsuit fashion show at his mansion.
911 Calls from Hell!
A gun-toting neighbor confesses to calling the police 23 times to rat out his neighbors, accusing them of toxic fires, noise pollution and harassment.
Clueless Bonnie and Clyde!
Statutory rape, drug abuse and shoplifting come into play when a woman sues her teenager's older ex-boyfriend for restitution she paid on his behalf.
Drake Concert Fail!; When Girlfriends Fight!
A woman says the botched delivery of two dresses ruined her trip to see Drake in concert; the dress boutique owner is accused of slandering her online.; A woman claims her ex-girlfriend cheated on her and sues her for unpaid taxes on the sale of a car.
Accepting Gifts from a Stalker?!; Payback Assault?!
A woman paints a picture of her ex-friend as a stalker, but admits accepting gifts from him and letting him pay a large electric bill.; The Judges uncover mortgage fraud between two friends fighting over an unpaid loan and an alleged assault.
Trashed on the Local News?!; Wedding Ring Riot Act!
A TV station airs a woman's grievances against her landlord; she claims her apartment was unlivable due to freezing temperatures.; A woman accuses the jeweler who resized her wedding band of replacing it with a ring that wasn't hers.
Dognapping Drama!
Death threats, ex-convicts and a dog named 'Heaven' come into play when an estranged mother and daughter fight over custody of the animal.
Child's Tragic Inheritance
After a boy's family members are murdered, he and his father battle over a horse left to him by his late mother.
Strippers, Oil Spills and the Deadbeat Boyfriend
A settlement from the BP oil spill leads to free rent for a new boyfriend who is accused of stealing thousands to spend on strippers.
Judge Acker: Free Speech Game On!
The judges get into a heated debate over the First Amendment when an artist takes a stand after his work is allegedly stolen and sold.
Stolen Identity BFF?!
A woman confesses that she used her longtime friend's identity to garner healthcare benefits and get out of speeding tickets; her ex-friend sues after an arrest.
Judge DiMango Turkey Day Surprise!; Tickling Can Be Abusive!
The Judge shares her Thanksgiving plans after hearing how badly a retired veteran is treated by his alleged friends.; Unwanted tickling, homeless selfies and a disastrous icy slide that totaled a car come into play when a woman sues her ex-boyfriend.
Lie Detector Party Round-Up!; Flood It Forward!
When thousands in jewelry and cash go missing at a St. Patrick's Day party, a woman submits every partygoer to a lie detector test.; Water damage to a townhome causes a rift between a landlord and tenant who blame each other for repair costs.
Fighting Ex-Fiancés!; Death in a Mobile Home Fire!
A man demands his ex-fiancée return her engagement ring after she allegedly hangs out all night with an old flame. Tears are shed when a couple shares that their beloved dog was lost in a trailer fire; a fire chief says that the accident was their fault.
Bloodthirsty Dog for Sale!
After allegedly killing two dogs, "Diva" the English Bulldog is put up for sale by her new owner; her old owner sues for breach of contract.
Diabetic or Drug Fiend?!
A teacher posts inflammatory remarks about an ex-friend on Facebook after discovering needle use in his home; his friend says he knew they were for diabetes.
Ex-Lovers Malicious Manifesto!
A man admits that he wrote and distributed a 6-page essay maligning his gambling ex-girlfriend; she denies signing a bizarre promissory note.
Bait and Switch Caught on Tape?!
Surveillance footage captures a woman allegedly stealing property from a small business owner; she denies using her toddler as a decoy.
Serial Abuser Exposed!
A young man admits that he assaulted two women; his teenage fiancé leaves the courtroom in tears after defending him.
Male Victim of Domestic Abuse?; Tree Chopping Craziness?!
The judges are divided when a teenager claims he was bullied and punched by his ex-girlfriend; she claims he's just trying to skip out on rent.; A man denies unlawfully cutting down the branches of four of his neighbor's Blue Spruce trees; their feud escalates into a restraining order.
Tattoo Parlor Catfight!; Worst Hot Bench Injuries Ever!
A botched tattoo leads to a vicious assault when a woman demands a refund; her boyfriend is beat to a bloody pulp by the shop owner.; Graphic photos of a man's injuries are submitted as evidence after a tattoo shop owner beats up a man; he claims he was merely defending his wife.
Pool Party Splash and Crash; Ex-Convict Makeover?!
When a teenage girl cries foul play after being pushed into a pool by older boys, her father tries to defend her.; A woman admits she tried to change her boyfriend into a model citizen; he insists he never asked for help or promised to pay her back.
Love, Tears and Cigarette Smoke; Bad Brakes Smash-Up!
A woman defends her 10 cigarettes- a-day habit when an ex-roommate blames her for their eviction; tears are shed when a friendship dissolves.; After brakes allegedly fail and a car crashes, ex-lovers fight over who knew what about an uninsured lemon of a car.
He Never Proposed to Me!; Boss Payback!
An unmarried couple with a 28-year history and two adult children fight over engagement rings and missing heirlooms.; A woman is fired after she is caught borrowing money from one of her workers and sues for damage.
Toxic Mold Eye Test!
A man pleads with the Judges to look closer at his photo evidence of the mold that allegedly caused his bronchitis; his ex-wife says there was no mold.
Railroaded in Divorce Trial?!; Yes on the Fried Chicken!
A woman claims she got the short end of the stick in an ugly divorce proceeding; she sues the home appraiser she blames for much of her suffering.; While a man recuperates from a stomach virus, he lets his friend borrow his car and debit card; unauthorized charges and parking tickets soon follow.
Terrifying Text Threat!; Bully Thrown out of Court?!
A high school teacher is accused of sending a text to his girlfriend threatening to put a pistol in her mouth; he says she planted the text in his phone.; A woman accuses her ex-roommate of having crazy parties, threatening her and damaging property.
Hair Weaving Catastrophe!; I Do Windows!
A woman accuses her hair stylist of dying her hair the wrong shade of blue and for giving her a bad weave; the stylist says she bought cheap, used hair.; A tenant demands that his landlord allow him access to his own front yard so he can wash his windows; his landlord says he has filed 15 lawsuits in the past.
Drunk Teacher or Honest Preacher
A dramatic young man accused of drinking, driving and totaling a car claims he was never told the truth about the death trap of a car he was in.
Grand Theft Auto?
A woman accuses her ex-lover of assaulting her and stealing her SUV; she confesses that she couldn't call the police because there was a warrant out for her arrest.
Prescription Drug Bust!; Dents and Denture Disaster
A mother regrets bailing out her daughter's ex-boyfriend after the police raid his hotel room and arrest him and her daughter for drug possession.; Upon impact with a car, a motorcyclist says his dentures flew out of his mouth and were run over by another vehicle.
Cruisin' for a Threesome!; Pro Basketball Player Payback!?
When two women realize they have been dating the same man, they try to trap him with sex; one angry ex demands payback for a cruise to Belize.; A man claims that soon after the announcement that he was expecting his first child, his athletic ex-girlfriend began to demand money for a car.
21st Birthday Bash...Again!; Reckless Driver's Fake Tears?!
A young woman accused of disrupting the peace says she was having a month-long birthday celebration; her roommate isn't amused.; Judge Bakman is not fooled when a woman breaks down after confessing that she was driving illegally when a collision occurred.
Religious Retreat Vandalized?!; Suspicious Car Deal
A woman of faith offers a beachside retreat to pastors in need of a vacation only to allegedly suffer thousands in dollars of property damage.; A woman struggling to feed her children claims a former friend scammed her on the sale of a car and ruined her life.
Animal Cruelty Caught on Tape?!; Brits and Sir Francis Bacon the Pig
A nurse is accused of poisoning her friend's dog and then refusing to provide emergency care because she had been drinking.; Alleged sex with strangers, drug use and a pig sty come into play when British ex-roommates feud over their prior living arrangement.
Judge Di Mango's Rodent Fright!; Stolen Wallet Wackiness!
Creepy bats in an attic come into play when a tenant sues his landlord for cleaning fees; the landlord claims they left the apartment a wreck.; A man gets drunk at a friend's house and wakes up to find his wallet stolen; he claims his world fell apart soon after.
Dog Attack Justified!; Dreadlock Disaster Demo!
A pet owner claims a woman's hysterical screaming and jumping provoked an attack from her dog, which she allegedly lost due to the incident.; A hair salon owner pulls out a hot curling iron to demonstrate the difference between real and synthetic hair; she denies cheating a customer.
Sober and Missing My Minivan!; Next Door Nightmare!
After meeting in a recovery group, ex-friends end up fighting over a dilapidated minivan that was impounded.; Offbeat neighbors for over 40 years fight over a car allegedly beaten with a golf club, false calls for pizza and a maid accused of stealing rock music.
Hate-Filled Text Time!; Stolen Gun Swindle?!
When a man drinks, drives and returns his ex-lover's car with two flat tires, nasty texts are exchanged and a fight over damages escalates.; A woman claims she was unable to help register a vehicle because her home was robbed; the car's new owner doubts her story.
Lesbian Love Gone Very Wrong
When a woman starts dating a man shortly after splitting up with her long-term ex-girlfriend, a breast cancer survivor, accusations of abuse ensue.
Nudie Photo Fail!; Gym Rat Ruckus?
A woman insists that intimate photos she received from her flirty ex-tenant were unwanted; he accuses her of selling his daughter's ultrasound photos.; A barter deal to trade one man's labor for another man's home gym goes south when health and anger issues arise.
Hollywood Movie Magic Extortion?!
A cinematographer denies trying to extort a female filmmaker who allegedly damaged his equipment; she claims he held her footage hostage.
Killer Dog's Mistaken Identity?
Macing and a beating with a bat finally stop a Pit Bull's brutal attack of a woman and her pet; a neighbor denies that the aggressive dog is hers.
Abuser Confesses!; Marijuana Priority Setting!
A young woman confides in her landlord that her boyfriend is abusing her; the accused man says he hates himself and is seeking help.; A young man shows no remorse when he buys legal marijuana in Colorado instead of paying his rent.
Down Payment on Nothing!; Sucker Punches 101
A woman testifies that she gave her prospective landlord over $4000 in advance to secure a home on the street where her children lived.; A young man from the Midwest says he was trying to calm a fellow partygoer by punching him in the face at a New Year's Eve party.
Abusive Landlord Caught on Tape?!; Rehab and the Missing Money!
A young man says video evidence doesn't tell the whole story after he is accused of an illegal lockout and verbal abuse of his ex-tenant.; A woman accuses her ex brother-in-law of owing for a loan to get back on his feet; he says he never saw the money.
Zero Credibility Round-Up!; Wolf Dog Accused of Taunting
Ex-friends who have known each other since childhood get dangerously close to being caught red-handed in fraud when their testimonies don't match up.; The owner of a Pit Bull/Terrier claims a neighbor's dog taunted his pet which led to a vicious attack and serious injuries.
Fist Fighting, Arm Biting Whammy!; Back Seat Batterer?!
Longtime friends resort to a knock down, drag out fight to settle their differences; two small children witness the violence.; Domestic violence takes a back seat when a man is arrested on suspected abuse charges and his truck is towed; he fights to get his vehicle back.
Wild Parties and Child Abuse?; Hiker Attacked by Dog!
A landlord says his 10-year-old autistic son started wetting the bed again after a tenant allegedly threatened the child with bodily harm.; While wading in a waterfall, a hiker claims she was viciously attacked by a German Shepard and has been traumatized ever since.
Horrific Voice Messages
In a fight over allegedly stolen property, a woman tells her daughter that she deserved to be beaten by her partner and that she should lose custody of her son.
Search and Seizure; Game Player Hater!
A landlord calls the police on his ex-tenant claiming she was guilty of welfare fraud; she claims he was just upset that she ignored him romantically.; A man accused of stealing his ex-friend's gaming system is caught red-handed in a lie when an incriminating receipt is presented to the Judges.
Desperate Debt Negotiator; Vanishing Hello Kitty Collection!
A woman desperate to find transportation for her two children claims she was scammed when she signed a contract to buy a car.; A friendship of over 30 years ends with two men fighting over fine china, a lunchbox collection and divorce fraud.
Automatic Rifle Love Affair!; Mechanic Casanova?!
A martial arts instructor says he fell in love with a rifle at a gun show and was surprised his lover bought it for him; she demands payback.; After wrecking her car, a woman admits she drove recklessly while pregnant but doesn't owe her mechanic for repairs, because he wanted to date her.
Sweet Sixteen Fist Fight!; Shih Tzu vs. Pit Bulls!
A brawl breaks out between teenage girls when alleged gossip is overheard; an aggressive father is thrown out of court.; "Pucia" the Shih Tzu is traumatized after an alleged attack by two Pit Bulls leaving pet owners fighting over damages.
Pepper Spray Fight Over a Guy!; Funeral Fee Feud
Feuding ex-lovers of the same man fight over the value of a cellphone after they duke it out at a slumber party.; A woman goes after her late boyfriend's brother claiming he misappropriated funds set aside for his brother's funeral after he died of lung cancer.
Volatile Threats and Guns!; Lap Dances Take a Holiday!
A landlord produces eight police reports that point the finger at his tenants' mischief after they blame him for emotional distress and gun play.; A VIP surprise for women at an all-male revue goes terribly wrong when the strippers' entertainment manager is escorted out by police.
Moving Out Nightmare!; Brick by Brick Hijacking?!
A woman accuses a mover of holding her property hostage; he cites a shortage of trucks in Alabama and Georgia as one of their many problems.; A man accuses his neighbors of stealing bricks, one by one, from his retaining wall; they claim his ex-wife and adult daughter gave them permission.
Childhood Sweetheart Catastrophe
Sweethearts since the 4th grade end their rocky relationship with a battle over alleged theft, gunplay, forgery and cheating.
Show Me the Yorkie Money!; Ex-Girlfriends Clash!
The police are called when a liquor store cashier neglects to pay for his Yorkie puppy; he calls his boyfriend to testify that he'd hit hard times.; A woman hears a loud scream over the phone when her girlfriend crashes her car mid conversation; an incriminating photo sheds light on who's to blame.
I'll Pay You to Stop Dating My Daughter?!; Mean Girls European Vacation?!
A protective mother accuses her daughter's ex-boyfriend of theft; he claims she tried to bribe him to get out of their lives.; Teenagers and their parents fight over what should have been a wonderful trip to Europe; the vacation ends in tears and accusations of cruelty.
Spare the Dog? Pay the Vet Bill!
A young girl is asked to leave the courtroom when the fate of her sick German Shepherd is discussed with the Judges.
Wide-Turn Horse Wrecker!; Dance Team Divas?
A busy day at an equestrian show turns into disaster when a motorist allegedly backs her horse trailer into another vehicle.; A teenager from a troubled family is accused of being lazy and quitting her dance team several times; she claims her teacher was mean and picked on her.
Sex, Lies and Home Repairs!
A man is accused of sharing intimate details about his sex life when he sues a handyman for failing to complete a remodel on his home.
Elder Fraud or Online Flirting?; Roommate Roulette!
A 69-year-old man invites a woman 30 years his junior to meet him at a casino for the weekend; she 'borrows' $1,700 from him and never shows up.; A teenager rents a room in an apartment unaware that the landlord is going to live on the couch with her son; the landlord says it didn't happen that way.
Black Mold Mayhem in Georgia!
A woman insists on moving her four children into a home allegedly infested with mold; a rowdy landlord accuses her of spitting on his fiancé.
Corvette Chaos!; Who Burned My Chevy?!
The proud owner of a 2015 Corvette Stingray accuses a woman of backing into his car at a hotel valet; when the police arrive, she claims she never left her room.; A woman sues her former auto body teacher for botching the paint job on her 2001 Chevy Impala; she claims it will take $9,000 to make right.
Divorcee Beat Down!; Ex-Lover's Property Takes a Beating!
When a man says he'd rather pay fines to the IRS than to acknowledge that he owes his ex-mother-in-law a penny, the judges read him the riot act.; A woman claims that when she ignored her ex-lover, he became irate and took out his anger on her property.
Home Wrecking Cougar?!; When Stoners Sue Each Other...
A marketing specialist is offended by accusations of romantic involvement with her younger employee whom she sues for loss of income.; Stains and cigarette burns on an expensive mattress are at the heart of a dispute between ex-weed smoking roommates
Three Dogs and a Purple Giraffe!; Not So Happy Together
A landlord accuses her ex-tenant of damaging her $35,000 trailer and painting it purple; the ex-tenant says the trailer wasn't worth a dime.; When a teenager breaks up with his boyfriend, he faces accusations of abuse, violence and gym equipment vandalism
Mystery of the $5,000 Missing Vase!; Bad Attitude Meets Judge Bakman!
Grieving family members fight over custody of a family heirloom; a tearful mother and daughter take a big step toward reconciliation.; The Judge has little patience for a young man with bad credit who denies owing his ex-friend a phone bill.
Corvette Chaos!; Who Burned My Chevy?!
The proud owner of a 2015 Corvette Stingray accuses a woman of backing into his car at a hotel valet; when the police arrive, she claims she never left her room.; A woman sues her former auto body teacher for botching the paint job on her 2001 Chevy.
Slumlord Shocker?!; The Woman Who Couldn't Stop Talking!
Landlords try to defend themselves after renting a windowless apartment with no water or stove; their angry ex-tenant claims she was tricked into living there.; An extremely chatty hair stylist tries to explain her return policy after being sued.
Racial Profiling Shocker!
A woman accuses a car salesman of being a terrorist after he repossesses her car and allegedly injures her baby in the process; he claims she dealt drugs.
Meth Factory Cave Bust?
An elderly woman orders an ex-drug addict to clean out an alleged meth lab on her property; an ex-tenant sues her for destroying his property.
Drug Test Fraud?; Psychic Predicts Her Own Case!
A college student says his landlord asked him to take a drug test for her allegedly drug-addicted son so he could get a job promotion.; A man accuses his psychic ex-landlord of having negative energy and submits a picture of her dressed as a witch.
Nudity, Prostitution and Rats?!
An alleged prostitution ring, and claims that a child allegedly exposed to adult nudity and a rat infestation come into play when a single mother sues her landlord.
Think Outside the Xbox!; Fashion Video Fiasco
Unwed parents of a special needs child are read the riot act when custody of an Xbox leads to fighting, biting and jail time.; A freelance filmmaker produces a short video to showcase his client's 'street style'.
McDonalds Drive-Thru Fail!; Doggie Lawyer to the Rescue!
An uninsured motorist in line for fast-food denies backing into another driver; her 12-year-old son is called to testify.; When a homeless man's dog is quarantined after biting a child, an animal rights lawyer bails out the animal; she demands payback.
Biting While Biking!
A leashed, Shih Tzu Pomeranian mix is accused of provoking a neighbor's Labrador; a police investigation and a bitter feud between neighbors ensues.
Pet Dreams Shattered!
A woman's life-long dream of a social media site for pets is crushed when an experienced web designer allegedly fails to deliver.
Cop Denies Abuse Charges
A woman admits that she tried to divorce her police-officer husband on two separate occasions; her mother claims to have proof that he abused her.
Dead Dog Disaster; Snake on the Loose!
When a beloved Shih Tzu is killed by a larger dog, neighbors fight over who's to blame; both parties admit knowing about the faulty fence dividing their yards.; A disastrous living situation only gets worse when a pet snake escapes.
Suicide and Firearm Fury!; Jackpot Payoff?!
When a man re-marries 30 days after his wife's suicide, an angry family member fights with him over a Harley deal and an Oozy purchase.; A man suing his ex-wife for over $3,000 claims he waited years to demand payback.
Domestic Violence Drama; Judge Throws Baby Daddy a Lifeline!
A woman with a history of being a victim of domestic violence finally finds a safe haven with her father only after being evicted for breaking rental rules.; A man being sued by the mother of his child for a bailout loan is given a way out by a judge.
Slander and Abduction?!; Shame On My Auntie!
An employee at a collections agency claims her boss owes for unpaid wages, slander, and distress; he claims she reported a family abduction and couldn't work.; When a woman adds her aunt to her cellphone plan, she ends up with over $2,000 in unpaid fees.
Recreational Vehicle Stand-off!; Dog Takes the Stand!
A man accuses his neighbor and his 11-year-old son of stealing his child's mini-bike; the pitfalls of negotiating with a minor come into play.; An Alaskan Malamute becomes the first dog ever to approach the bench to be 'questioned'.
Worst Vandalism Defense Ever!; Smooth Auto Operator
A woman accused of vandalizing an ex-friend's car offers up a photo of herself drunk, disorderly, and in the vicinity of the crime as her defense.; Judge DiMango gets the business card of a mobile mechanic who takes before and after videos of all the v...
Bloody Family Reunion!
A bottle is thrown at a woman's face, busting her lip and breaking her tooth after an altercation at a family reunion turns into a full-blown fist fight.
Disappearing Jewelry Scam?; Snake Owner Charmer?
A woman claims she pawned over $4,500 worth of gold rings but when she returned to claim them, they were gone.; A man who illegally kept a snake in his apartment accuses an ex-roommate of being in love with him and suing out of spite.
Black Lives Matter!
A man says that despite his peaceful intentions he feared going to visit the home of a hostile, white neighbor about a Pit Bull attack because the police might be prejudiced.
Silver-Tongued Teen!; Birthing Video Anyone?
An uninsured teenager passionately argues the merits of his $5000 case against the reckless motorist who allegedly hit his car.; The judges decline a teenager's offer to see the birthing video of two Siberian Huskies whose owners deny owing for their f...
Fire Arms, Fighting and Flirting!; Phantom School Bus Crash?!
An internet porn search, a Harley wipe-out, and a fight involving a loaded weapon come into play when ex-lovers fight over damages; A motorist insists that a school bus approaching at a rapid speed forced him to crash into a parked car.
Beauty Shop Bully?; Miami Birthday Botched!
A woman is arrested for disorderly conduct and abusive language after trying to enter her place of business following an allegedly illegal eviction; A woman insists that she never told her friends she would join them on a birthday trip and refuses to p...
Surprise! I Painted Your House Red!; Ten Years of Flirting?!
A well-intentioned boyfriend makes a huge mistake when he paints his girlfriend's rental home; she is sued by her landlord; After deployment to Afghanistan, a serviceman returns home only to be accused of making unwanted advances toward a woman he met...
Show Truck Showdown!; Tricky Car Trade
A man shells out $9,000 upfront to restore his 1954 vintage truck to show quality but claims his mechanic failed to deliver; After finding each other on Craigslist, two women decide to trade vehicles but the deal falls apart when one of the cars turns ...
Cancer-Stricken Dog Drama; Angry Biker Couple!
Friends barter a trampoline and family pet in exchange for a business plan but end up in court with no business plan and a dead dog; Motorcycle enthusiasts go after an airbrush artist for a paint job they didn't like.
Bridezilla or Nightmare Seamstress?!; Sonia the Bailiff Speaks Up!
A newlywed claims her wedding was ruined due to shoddy tailoring; a seamstress says she was given cheap 'tablecloth' material to work with; For the first time, the Hot Bench bailiff steps in during a case to translate a series of messages.
Rock & Roll Buzz Kill!; Irish Party Logo Loopiness!
The lead band member of "The Dirty Robots" sues a bar owner for canceling their annual Thanksgiving Eve concert due to bad weather; The organizer of an Irish fair says a designer delivered a classier logo than his event called for.
Bullying Texts Exposed!; Pit Bull Campsite Attack
Chilling texts about stabbing and targeted violence are submitted as evidence when ex-roommates fight over damages; An unlucky Pekinese sets up camp next to "Baby Girl" the Pit Bull and allegedly suffers over $12,000 in pain and suffering after an attack.
Country-Western Comeback Groupie!
A devoted fan gives a singer $5,000 to refurbish his tour bus; he claims his refusal to be intimate with her triggered a lawsuit.
Revenge Porn?!
Outrageous claims of child abuse, prostitution, and video blackmail come into play when unwed parents fight over damages suffered during their relationship.
Burning Down the House!
A young man takes on a demolition job for his incarcerated brother only to be accused of arson by the property owner.
Brooklyn Brawl!
Bruised and battered after an alleged assault, a woman sues her former friend for pain and suffering; her friend counters for a false arrest and a hair weave.
Moms Knife Fight!; Phone Jail Break!
A friendship of 15 years ends with two women coming at each other with knives in front of their minor children over living conditions; While a man sits in prison, his wife and ex-wife fight over a phone for his teenage daughter.
Racial Slurs & Sexual Slander?!
Before being thrown out of court, a man maligns Judge Bakman, denies OxyContin abuse, and accuses his dying father of committing adultery.
Racially Motivated Roofers?!
A man accuses a contractor of racism after he walks out of his home into a shower of debris from nearby construction; asbestos testing ensues.
Sick Puppy Scam?; Skirt-Chasing Slumlord?!
A potentially fatal illness plagues a German Shepard puppy but the breeders claim the animal was cleared by a vet before they sold him; A landlord admits he spent money on partying instead of providing heat and electricity to his tenants.
Criminal Tenant?; Frat House Blues!
A woman reveals that her tenant had been arrested twice in the first three weeks that she moved in and sues for pain and suffering; A young man says his fraternity brother took advantage of their friendship and sues him for unpaid rent.
Road Rage Fender Bender!; Hair Salon /Restaurant Juggler!
A massive slam to the back of a car was allegedly fueled by road rage, brake slamming and insurance fraud; A man claims he worked 18-hour days balancing hair salon appointments and table service and is owed $5,000.
I Think I Hate You!; Refrigerator Scuffle
Two good friends start a cleaning business only to discover that they can't stand each other; they fight over their initial investments; A woman sues her former friend for allegedly assaulting her with a refrigerator.
$40,000 Performing Horse!
A prized horse allegedly suffers major injuries while performing unauthorized jumps after being loaned out to give kiddie rides.
Build Me Up; Tear Me Down!; With Friends Like These...
Fraud at the hands of a contractor is what a married couple sues for after she fails to pay their subcontractors; A friendship disintegrates when a woman accuses her former friend of refusing to pay for several loans.
When Ex-Girlfriends Fight!; Basement Bust!
A partnership of seven years ends when ex-lovers fight over rent, property damage, and alleged adultery. A young couple expecting their first child finds themselves in a basement apartment they claim is unfit to live in.
Famous Rock Star's Rappin' Cousin?!; VIP Vegas Princess!
A woman invests $10,000 in a musician who allegedly conned her into thinking he was related to a rock legend; A woman partakes of top-shelf liquor and a comped VIP room only to sue her ex-lover for not paying for dinner at Gordon Ramsay's restaurant.
Nine Starving Horses?!; Border Collie Beatdown!
A woman accuses former friends of starving her horses while they were in their care and submits skinny horse photos as evidence; A border collie suffers serious throat injuries after allegedly being attacked by two Pit Bulls; the pet owners fight.
Rapper's No-Sex Clause?!; Drunk Driver or Bad Driver?!
An up-and-coming rapper attracts the attention of a groupie mom who gives him $5,000 with the alleged provision that he can only have sex with her. After a man crashes into a car, he blames the other driver saying she must have been drunk.
3 Judges, 3 Verdicts!
For the first time, the Judges reach three different decisions when a cat suffers catastrophic damages after collapsing due to a heated dog chase.
Cake Baking Sister Snafu!
Cake-baking sisters open a cake shop only to find that the previous owners allegedly misrepresented their relationship with a nearby restaurant.
The Rapidly Aging Yorkie!; Cheerleading, Bullying and Bows!
A woman is shocked to discover that the Yorkie puppy she purchased and fell in love with is really 7 years old; A woman who creates designer bows for cheerleaders, claims her daughter's coach stole the money paid for them.
Ex-Convict Out for Blood!; Electricity Thief?!
A man flees his home after a recently released convict allegedly threatens to kill him; his landlord sues for skipped rent; Electric cattle barriers on 40 acres of land are allegedly paid for by unsuspecting tenants.
Bricks, Knives and Tasers! Oh My!
A $1000 bingo jackpot between old friends leads to a knife-wielding, brick-throwing brawl at 7:30 in the morning.
Double Dipping and Forgery?!; Put Some Clothes On!
A woman accuses her ex-employee of defrauding her out of over $7,000; he claims he was the real victim and denies forging a customer contract; A woman accuses her cousin of wearing 'flirty clothing' around her boyfriend...
Domestic Violence Mystery
A woman denies abuse at the hands of her boyfriend after her sister calls her out; an incriminating message regarding alleged vandalism is revealed.
Fast and Furious Getaway!
A vintage coupe doing donuts on a busy Los Angeles street slams into another car and speeds away; a 19-month search brings the alleged perp to court.
Don't Liquidate My Life!
A man's dying mother and failing business keep him from warning a friend that her personal belongings were in danger of being lost forever.
Labrador vs. German Shepard!
A friendly walk in the park turns into a savage encounter between large, leashed dogs.
Malicious Video Blaze!; Delusional Drunk Driver?!
A disgruntled employee exchanges vulgar texts with his boss then burns her promo material; she sues him for filing a complaint with the city; After a motorist is spotted running into a concrete pillar outside a bar, she points the finger back...
The Downton Abbey School of Loan Sharks!
Threats of death, dismemberment, and a 50% interest rate come into play when a lender is on trial.
Making the Band!
Bandmates team up to record a new album but break up over a hefty start-up loan, pawned equipment, and a broken steering wheel.
Transgender Bias by Police?!
After ramming into an off-duty police officer, a transgender motorist accuses him of pulling his gun on her.
The Car Door Made Me Do It!; The Phantom Roommate?!
A woman sues the father of her child for allegedly trying to rip her car door off during a heated argument; he claims she was trying to run him over; A couple claims their roommate went missing and owes for rent; he claims he was hospitalized for...
Minister-in-Training Cheater?; Teen Entrepreneur Ripped Off!
A man is accused of calling escorts, cheating on his ex-girlfriend, and car damage; he denies all claims; A teenager running a lawn mowing service is taken advantage of by a customer.
Inside Job?; Hair Weave Woes
When bikes are stolen from a failing business, a man points the finger at one of his own employees who allegedly had motive and opportunity in the store's final days; The cost of a hair weave and a personal loan to ensure that children would have Chris...
GPS-Tracking Boyfriend!; Living in Mom's Backyard?!
After helping his lover with a DUI conviction, a man discovers she's been cheating on him and decides to track her; A man, who created his own religion, lives in the wild but surfaces to sue an ex-roommate for unpaid rent.
Tragic Death Drama; Gambling Buddies = Hot Mess!
An elderly man is killed instantly after being hit by a speeding car; his daughter and neighbor fight over a plane ticket he purchased to travel to Egypt; A loan made at a gambling establishment leaves ex-friends fighting over alleged sexual advances...
Used Car Craziness; Child Firestarter!
A woman cries fraud after her former co-worker allegedly sells her an SUV that she can't register; he claims she still owes for the vehicle.
Yorkie Puppy Custody Battle!; Too Nice to the Niece
A working mom buys a puppy for her toddler only to give it to a friend then demand its return 3 hours later; A woman is shocked to discover that her beloved niece is stealing money from her and selling her clothes; she kicks her out and demands payback.
Embarrassing Dog Bite; Make Way for a New Judge!
While jogging, a track coach is bitten in the behind by a German Shepherd and admits using a maxi pad as a bandage; he sues for damages; A litigant charms the bench with his direct demands for payback from a young man he treated like family.
Massage Therapy Forgery?!; The Adonis Defense!
A personal assistant is accused of forging her boss's signature in order to get paid; he claims he had to drop out of school because she took his money; A man who owns four homes admits that he accepted over $5000 from a woman allegedly desperate for...
Cruise Ship DJ Love Affair!; Paycheck to Paycheck Tenants!
A DJ on a cruise ship falls in love with a passenger and relocates to Atlanta to be with her; she sues him for unpaid loans used to start his music business; When a landlord asks tenants to write 12 rent checks in advance, they say she shouldn't have...
Booze and Baseball Bats!
A woman accuses her ex-landlord of being a sexual predator after she serves time for allegedly beating him with a bat.
Hijacking and Harassment?!
An event planner claims her friends hijacked her Facebook page; ex-friends submit a video that allegedly captures her pulling a knife on them.
Collision Concussion!
A Harley Davidson collides with a BMW propelling its driver into the air; both parties blame the other for their Memorial Day crash.
Satanic Couch Potato?!
Voodoo dolls and an alleged "Gates of Hell" tattoo scare unsuspecting roommates who claim their new tenant drank and never left the couch.
Emergency Cheating?!; Cockroach Landlord!
A woman rushes to her daughter's side in an emergency, as her boyfriend allegedly rushes to find a new lover while she's away; A landlord defends his move-in ready apartment that came complete with dead roaches by saying he warned the tenant that...
Man's Dying Request
A man allegedly suffers a brain bleed in his attempt to fulfill his childhood friend's last wishes.
The Pied Piper of Bed Bugs!?; Violent Love Affair
Bedbugs displayed loyalty to their owner according to a disgruntled landlord who claims they came and went with an undesirable tenant; Threats of self-mutilation, alleged vandalism, and police intervention figure into a relationship that ended...
Vandalized and Terrorized?!
A mother/daughter duo is accused of terrorizing their landlord after moving out, allegedly livid over insects, plumbing and a broken lease.
Six Months Left to Live...in Peace!; Stroke Victim and Stilettos
A terminally ill man fights to regain custody of his sleep number mattress while an ex-lover accuses him of online cruelty; Two strokes caused by an alleged stalker don't ring true with a landlord trying to collect money from a delinquent tenant.
Animal House Break-In?!; Drug Defamation Drama!
After alleged partying and pet filth, a woman is accused of breaking into her own apartment and stealing her roommates' property; A man denies having a drug addiction and sues family members for spreading lies which jeopardized visitation with...
Mold and the 9-Year-Old!
A tenant blames apartment mold for her son's aggravated asthma; her landlord blames her for flooding the property.
Motor Home Mystery; Godparents from Hell?
After a friendly break-up, a woman asks her ex if she can borrow their shared RV for a road trip only to find he has sold it; woman accuses her godparents of ripping her off after she moves in with them; they say her boyfriend smoked weed in front of ...
Sexual Predator Slander?; Pepper-Sprayed PTSD Victim?!
A landlord is accused of preying on single mothers and spying on tenants after he evicts a disgruntled female boarder; An alleged assault of a man and his service dog at a convenience store fuels a debate over the filing of a small claims case.
Lesbian Love Gone Wrong!; Impersonal Trainer?!
After being accused of cheating with gay men, a woman is pelted with dog food by her ex-girlfriend and her belongings tossed out a window; A fitness trainer who met his client on a dating website sues her for unpaid training sessions.
Conning the Ex-Convict?!; Bathroom Hole Hazard?!
After serving 19 years, a man tries to get his life back on track only to allegedly be thrown under the bus by a family friend who took him in; On the day a man is to be evicted, he claims he fell through the bathroom floor and suffered over...
Dog Attack Extortion?!; Double-Cheating Girlfriend?!
A vicious dog attack turns into alleged extortion when a woman threatens to call animal control if additional vet bills are not paid; A scorned ex-lover refuses to pay his ex-girlfriend's mother back for a security deposit.
Knife to the Neck?!
An alleged suicide attempt and knife attack come into play when a woman is hospitalized due to trauma caused by online flirting.
Unconscious at the Wheel!
A motorist passes out while driving 65mph and slams into a parked car; his mother sues the victims for harassing them about payment for damages.
Casanova Fail; College Sweetheart Stalker?!
A woman takes in a struggling friend only to be accused of romantic overtures when she tries to collect rent from him; A GA Tech engineering student demands that an ex-lover pay him back for tuition and heartache; she claims he's stalking her.
Car Swap Swindle?; Homeless Boyfriend Trouble?; An Act of God or Dog?!
A naïve young man makes the mistake of trusting a co-worker and gets the short end of the stick when they decide to trade cars; A concerned mother warns her daughter's friend to stay away from a troubled ex and to pay her back the money she owes.
College Student Caught Cheating?!; Lucky To Be Alive!; Gangster Renters?!
A young man is caught red-handed trying to skip out on rent; he claims the apartment was crawling with insects; A teenager's reckless driving leads to $15,000 in injuries and damage which she refuses to take responsibility for; Two friends break their...
Full Throttle Jealousy!; The Uncle Who Kept on Giving!
When a woman starts dating the father of her ex-friend's children, she claims her car was purposely and repeatedly slammed by his ex; A man gives over $8,000 to his down-and-out nephew who says he returned the favor by doing over $10,000 in home repairs.
Ex-Cop, War Vet and PTSD
An ex-cop suffering from PTSD denies threatening an ex-lover with targeted police retaliation for allegedly reneging on a loan.
Dante the Dog Killer?!
A woman recounts the horror of watching her dog die after being ravaged by a Pit Bull; her ex-boyfriend, accused of a serious felony, denies fault.
Childcare Contract from Hell!; Daycare Owner in the Hot Seat!
A former daycare owner is sued by angry parents for thousands of dollars after enforcing a ridiculous refund policy; An ex-childcare owner insists that parents should continue to pay her to 'hold a spot' despite the fact that her daycare is no longer ...
Hockey Fan Tragedy!; Dancers, Dogs and Weight Loss!
A winning fan breaks her back after falling down cement stairs at a hockey game; she claims she was purposely pushed by a 67-year-old woman; A dancer insists she was hired to choreograph routines for a fitness business in lieu of paying rent.
Beware of Dog Attack!; Mexican Mafia Scare Tactics?!
A music festival fan claims he was sober and minding his own business when a bar watch dog viciously attacked him. Threats of ice pick stabbings, broken legs and the mafia are debated when a young man squares off against his grandfather.
Intersection Slam!; Beauty School Dropout?!
A woman denies T-boning a fellow motorist in the middle of a busy intersection but slips up during her description of the disastrous accident; A new mom who is strapped for cash accepts $5,000 from her older sister to attend cosmetology school.
Heir to a Man's Ashes?; Nude Photo Phone Smash!
A grieving teenager breaks down in court over custody of his father's remains and sues his dad's ex-fiancé for emotional distress. After discovering that nude photos were being exchanged, a mother smashes her teen daughter's cellphone.
Letter of Rec Regret!; Movers from Heaven or Hell?
A landlord accuses gay tenants of everything from drug use, dog mess, and vandalism only to write them a glowing letter of recommendation. A Christian moving service is accused of damaging a woman's belongings to the tune of $4,000.
Snooze Bus!; Do The Right Thing!
A man rents a 30-person party bus to celebrate his girlfriend's birthday only to find the luxury vehicle's stereo and lights are broken; A woman is accused of hitting a car, giving false information, and then denying all fault.
Mold or Mitzvah?!; Animal House Bathroom?!
A landlord insists he did a good deed by letting an unhappy tenant out of a lease; she claims he left her with $5000 in mold damage. When three college students demand that their security deposit be returned, a landlord offers up party pics.
Last Rites and Landlord Fights!; Shocking Late Fee!
A pastor allegedly houses nine convicts in his 'rehab' rental unit but claims he did nothing wrong in regard to his lease. Landlords charge their late-on-rent tenant a 138% mark-up after he accuses them of assault and breach of contract.
Pit Bull vs. Siberian Husky!; High Speed Hyundai Blowout?!
A dog owner is injured in an attempt to free his Siberian Husky from a Pit Bull's mouth; he sues for vet bills and pain and suffering. A man's car breaks down only two hours after its purchase; he is accused of modifying the engine and speeding.
Widow's Hardship Romance; Designer Belt Feud!
A widow applying for a hardship loan accuses her ex-lover of botching the application process and causing her to lose thousands. Ex-friends fight over custody of a valuable belt after an eBay sale of an iPhone goes south.
Something Shady This Way Comes...; Playing the Woman Card?
Jail time and alleged domestic violence come into play when a forged title loan ignites a feud between family members. A teenager claims sexist taunting by her lender was the reason she failed to make payments on a brand new Mercedes Benz.
Cockroaches and Pot?!
A landlord accused of renting a cockroach-infested apartment, claims his tenant was growing pot and getting high.
Healthy Wealthy Sexy You!; Hair Salon Snafu!
A beachside seminar for female entrepreneurs goes belly up when a 'famous' motivational speaker fails to attract a large crowd. When a salon owner moves out, she claims her ex-landlord not only stole her equipment but her stylist as well.
Worst Video Evidence Ever!; Oracle Smackdown?!
After the vicious attack of a teacup terrier, a dog owner offers up footage of her Golden Doodle exhibiting questionable behavior with her puppies. Ex-roommates, who once shared a love of palm reading, accuse each other of assault.
Romance Gone Postal?!; Karaoke Catastrophe
A postal worker accuses his coworker turned lover of pulling a knife on him and beating him up; she says he was jealous of her other boyfriends. A married couple cry foul when they purchase a karaoke system that is short on songs.
Funeral Cost Chaos; 30-Year-Friendship Furniture Bust!
A woman comes to the rescue of a grieving family when she pays $4,000 to cover burial costs for her ex-mother-in-law; the family says it was never a loan. Longtime friends call it quits when they disagree about the nature of their relationship.
Pregnancy Fail Due to Abuse?!; Jealousy-Fueled Vandalism?!
A woman claims her ex-lover caused her to miscarry after verbal abuse and after sending a half-naked photo to her teen daughter. A woman accuses her ex-girlfriend of keying her car in a drunken rage.
Entitled Brat or Freeloading Mom?!; Sloppy Car Wash War!
A heartbroken mother breaks down when her daughter accuses her of running up her credit card and ruining her credit score. Allegations of cheating precede an angry woman's allegations that her ex-lover damaged her vehicle in a drive-thru car wash.
Judge Bakman's Worst Nightmare!; Most Incriminating Voicemail Ever!
Upon his release from prison, a man is shocked to find his ex-wife and son living as squatters in his home and stealing his Tupperware. A father of three denies rear-ending a BMW but is at a loss for words when damning evidence surfaces.
Senior Drummer Drama!; Instructor Takes a Dive?!
A 60-year-old drummer faces hip surgery, the death of her mother and an ex-band member found guilty of writing bad checks. A scuba instructor demands payback from a former student who claims his classes were free and his business was allegedly failing.
Help! I Smell Gas!; Cater to Me! I'm 50!
Only hours after a car purchase, a woman is alarmed by the smell of leaking gas and warned by a mechanic not to drive the vehicle; she demands payback. A woman changes her mind about catering her 50th birthday party and demands her deposit back.
Hush Money Motorist?!; Sucker Punched by a Gate?!
A woman lures her boyfriend to dinner in order to break up with him but ends up being offered $400 not to report a car accident she's involved in. A woman presents an interesting theory as to why her ex-roommate should pay her medical bills.
Landlord Throws a Punch?!; Smashing and Dashing?!
A landlord takes in a homeless mother on the mend only to be accused of drunk and disorderly conduct and unsafe living conditions. Alleged jealousy over an ex-lover is at the heart of a case between two young men fighting over car vandalism.
Vacation Rental Disaster!; Baseball Hall of Fame Scam?!
A home advertised online as a beautiful lakeshore rental is allegedly nothing of the sort; an unhappy family vacates immediately but is sued for money owed. An artist-signed print of a MLB legend is allegedly mishandled by a retired auctioneer.
The Chauffeur Who Stole the Car?!; Bodybuilding Breakdown!
A father buys a car for his teenager's AA mentor so he can chaperone his activities but claims the sponsor skipped town shortly after the deal. A 12-year friendship revolving around bodybuilding competitions falls.
Ex-Lovers and the Garden Makeover!; Indiana Softball Snafu!
A woman claims she toiled in her lover's dilapidated garden to the tune of $8,000 despite the fact that she thought he was cheating on her. A softball coach for a team of 8-year-old girls sues the league director.
Crime-Free Lease?!
Tenants with nine children are accused of criminal activity leaving a landlord to seek eviction based on a little-known lease addendum.
Social Media Horribleness!; Vicious Pit Bull Puppy?!
The Judges are shocked by malicious text exchanges between two women fighting over a botched birthday trip to Las Vegas. Turbo, the pit bull, is accused of killing a cat and being rejected by his owner who sues to collect for his stud services.
Mother of Seven Sues the Youngest!; Embezzlement and the Sports League?
A father of two implies that his mother's settlement after her husband's death should in part go to him; she demands payback for thousands he borrowed. A man charged with stealing over $7,000 from a children's sports league borrows money from a friend.
Drunk Driver or Distracted Mother?!; Sisters Reunite to Fight?!
An 11-year-old girl is allegedly injured in a collision between a man accused of drinking and her own mother accused of being on the phone. After leaving foster care, a woman goes in search of her family and finds her biological sister.
Deadly Motorcycle Crash?!; Right to Wine and Dine!
A motorcyclist is nearly killed on the freeway after allegedly being t-boned by a motorist who didn't see him. A landlord defends her right to drink wine and have overnight visitors in her own home; an ex-tenant says poverty forced her to live there.
Judges Divided on Sexual Harassment; Bathtub Trauma!
When a woman allegedly goes on a joy ride and damages her older roommate's car, she claims he offered sex as a way to pay for damages. A landlord claims she was threatened with violence after renting an allegedly uninhabitable home with botched plumbing.
Felony Drug Trafficking?!; Sweet 16th Party Balloon Blow-Up!
A young woman is busted for hauling a kilo of drugs across state lines and is sued by a friend who literally gave her the shirt off her back to help. A professional balloon decorator and his former friend are at odds over an alleged $2,500.
Rodent Phobia Freak-out!; Worst Defense Judge Has Ever Heard!
A landlord insists that one scratching rat in the walls does not an infestation make; the Plaintiff and Judges say she's missing the point. One of the Judges declares a woman's excuses for not paying a friend back the worst defense ever.
Property Damage Rip-off?!
A married couple seek to recover over $12,000 in damages to their property from an ex-tenant; the judges counter with a drastically lower number.
Global Warming or Landlord Neglect?!
A woman cites record-breaking temps as the reason she was forced to hire her own AC repairman; her landlord claims she damaged the unit.
Housesitting Disaster!
A cat rescued from a roof, trash not emptied for six weeks and the distinct smell of beer are just a few of the complaints a house sitter faces.
Shooting, Crying and Lying?!; The Chihuahua Who Couldn't Lie!
A woman says the father of her children choked her when she was pregnant; he denies any violence after being shot 3 times in an unrelated incident. A Chihuahua is accused of biting a passerby in the leg.
Innocent Mother; Shady Son?
A young man subpoenas Craigslist to obtain damning evidence that he was the victim of an allegedly duplicitous mother/son car deal.
Run Over or Running a Scam?!
A woman is knocked unconscious and undergoes surgery after being struck by a car in the crosswalk; the driver says she's a complete fraud.
Premature Eviction?!; Fender Bending the Truth?!
A woman claims she was scared of threats made by her landlord, so she moved out early leaving behind a handmade family heirloom. A $5,000 car repair estimate for a full-blown engine overhaul might just be a case of tire road rash.
