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Hot Bench

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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Two sisters battle over a family home. Both claim they deserve the entirety of a shared escrow check, but only one of them cashed it! Toss in an unpaid electric bill, and this sibling showdown sparks up fast!
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When family and finances combine, even a minivan can cause a meltdown! A brother hands over a $500 deposit for his sister's minivan - but when it came time to seal the deal, she slams it in park. Listen as the judges take on this family dispute as it shifts into high gear over a car that never left the driveway!
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An RV loan drives two former friends into a legal ditch! One says she got a signed contract and a car as collateral - but now her ex-bestie won't hand over the keys. The other blames illness and claims her friend went from lending a hand to revving up for a repo rampage. Hop in and take a wild ride to justice.
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Two sisters clash over a car loan gone wrong - one says she made every payment and was unfailry cut off from her own vehicle. The other sister claims she was the true owner and accuses her sibling of reckless behavior. Listen as allegations fly, and family ties unravel.
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A daughter says she's been raising her siblings while her mother allegedly stole from her and broke promises of repayment. The mother denies the theft and accuses her daughter of false claims. Allegations of greed, betrayal and broken family bonds take center stage in this emotional family feud.
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A mom hires a designer to make the perfect prom dress - but the dress became a no show! The designer says she offered a refund but instead got dragged onlne. Listen as the judges stitch the facts together in this fashion fiasco.
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He thought she was just being supportive, but she wants her money back! A mom says she helped her son with legal fees, but he claims she was finally helping out. Now motherly motives and son-sized skepticism square off in court.
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She wanted a lush lawn, he said “no problem” – despite not being in landscaping anymore. Dead grass, broken promises and a sprinkler blame game turns this backyard makeover into a courtroom turf war. When refunds start flying, the judges dig in to see who’s really full of mulch!
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After nearly a year living with his mother’s best friend, a man says he was suddenly locked out and left without his belongings. She argues he disrupted her household and owes her for clothing and support. When a generous offer turns into a bitter dispute, the judges must decide who’s left holding the bag.
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An aunt says she loaned her niece money for a car – but the niece claims it was a free ride from some generous seniors. Now they’re stuck in a legal traffic jam over who gets the wheels. When relatives rev up their drama, even the truth needs a jumpstart!
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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.
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A man claims his ex-wife’s nephew slashed his tires, costing him a day of work – but the nephew says the only thing getting slashed is the truth! He claims the plaintiff made up the story to avoid paying for a washer and dryer. Family drama, flat tires and laundry debts collide in this courtroom showdown.
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A used car deal backfires when the buyer claims he got a clunker with fake stickers and a failed smog test. The seller swears the ride was auction-approved and road-ready. Now the judges take the wheel in this bumpy case of buyer’s remorse.
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A 20-year gym friendship hits the mat when a Bitcoin investment turns sour. The plaintiff says he loaned his buddy thousands, but the defendant insists it was a gift! When friendship meets finance, the results are anything but gains.
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A truck sale between stepsisters stalls over unpaid cash, impound drama and secondhand smoke. One wants her money back, the other wants her family back – but neither’s getting the truck back. Listen as the judges shift into high gear to sort out this emotional fender bender.
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A calendar from an artist sparks drama when a woman claims her framed prints came back with blood stains! The framer says it’s just ink – and the calendar isn’t worth much anyway. Art, accusations and authenticity collide in this case of calendar chaos.
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When coworkers mix friendship with finances, things get messy – especially when one claims she was conned into paying the others rent! She says it was a loan with a deadline; the other says it was a gift with no strings. Now the judges sort through side hustles, family drama and a dash of workplace shade to serve justice!
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An ex-couple trade prison stories and parenting receipts in this courtroom showdown! He claims she scammed him out of child support – she denies scamming him and says he’s just mad he had to play dad during the short time she was in jail. Watch as the judges rattle the crib of confusion to figure out who’s really changing diapers – and who’s just changing the story!
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A grandfather sues his grandson over unpaid loans, claiming he was constantly asked for financial help but never repaid. The grandson insists the money was a gift – and accuses his grandfather of retaliating because he dislikes his fiancée. Can the judges mend this deeply fractured family relationship?
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A buyer claims her SUV deal hit a dead end when the car flunked inspection and seller kept switching gears- and names! The defendant denies he did anything wrong, insists the car was bought “as-is,” and says it’s her fault for not kicking the tires first. Buckle up as the judges steer through shady sales tactics and identity detours in this courtroom car crash!
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