The People’s Court Podcast

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, an old friend, brokered a car sale on his behalf but pulled a switcheroo at the last minute. He believed he was buying a 1998 Pontiac, but when he received the title, it turned out to be a 1994. The defendant refuses to return the money, so the plaintiff is suing for a refund. Then, the plaintiff says the defendant, her former landlord, abruptly told her to vacate the property without explanation. When she asked for her security deposit back, he refused. She’s suing for the return of that deposit. The defendant says the plaintiff was a messy tenant and he no longer wanted her in the unit. He claims she left behind 30 large bags of garbage and caused significant damage to the apartment. Plus, the plaintiff says he was riding his motorcycle when the defendant’s dog suddenly charged at him. He struck the dog, flipped over, and suffered cracked ribs. He says he’s lucky to be alive. The police issued the defendant a ticket for having an unleashed dog. After sending a letter requesting compensation and receiving no response, he’s now suing for damages. The defendant says the dog reacted to the sound of the motorcycle and ran toward it. He claims the plaintiff accelerated rather than slowing down, which is why the collision occurred. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says he was driving his dump truck when it died in the middle of the road. The police called the defendant to tow the vehicle, and he later presented the plaintiff with a $750 bill. The plaintiff says the tow was only 10 miles and is suing for lost wages and legal fees. The defendant says his driver charged $200 for the emergency tow, but the plaintiff offered only $100. When his driver refused the partial payment, he informed the plaintiff the vehicle would be taken back to the shop, which would cost another $200. He claims the plaintiff later showed up at the shop, became aggressive, and was arrested after police were called. Then, the plaintiff says he was hired to dig a water well on the defendant’s property. He drilled and dug the well, but no water was found. He claims the defendant accused him of drilling in the wrong spot and refused to pay. He is suing for unpaid services. The defendant says he marked the spot with a stake after using a dozer to locate water, but the plaintiff drilled about five feet away from the mark. He argues that the plaintiff failed to drill in the correct location, didn’t find water, and won’t be paid until he does. Plus, the plaintiff says she agreed to rent a room in the defendant’s home but changed her mind before moving in. She claims the defendant promised to refund her deposit, but he hasn’t, so she’s suing. The defendant says the plaintiff and her girlfriend gave him the money to hold the room. A few days later, she backed out, began making threats, and even involved the police. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says she hired the defendant to repair her refrigerator, but he failed to fix it and left two large holes in her kitchen. She’s suing for the cost of repairs. The defendant says he advised her to replace the refrigerator entirely, but she insisted on a repair. He claims she agreed to let him cut holes in the wall to vent a new compressor. Then, one of the plaintiffs says she went to an out-of-town wedding for the weekend, and when she returned, there was a large hole in her front door, the lock was missing, and notices indicated that the defendant, their landlord, needed access to the unit. The plaintiffs claim they were effectively evicted and are suing for the return of their security deposit and travel-related damages. The defendant says the plaintiffs left the apartment a mess and is countersuing for window repairs. Plus, the plaintiff says she was driving near her local country club when she suddenly heard a loud clunk. Her windshield had been shattered by a golf ball. She says she tried calling the defendant several times to settle the issue, but he ignored her. She’s suing for the cost of repairs. The defendant says he would take responsibility, but there’s no proof he was the one who hit the ball. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says he was hired as a dishwasher at the defendant’s restaurant and was never paid. He’s suing for unpaid wages. The defendant, the shop manager, claims he paid the plaintiff in cash, but the plaintiff threw the money in his face. Then, the plaintiff says the defendant, a dog groomer, cut her dog so deeply that it required stitches at the vet. She claims the defendant blamed her when she called to complain. She’s suing for vet bills and punitive damages. The defendant says the dog was in terrible condition when brought in, but she groomed him well and saw no injuries at pickup. She claims the plaintiff didn’t complain until four days later. The defendant is countersuing for lost wages. Plus, the plaintiffs say they rented rooms in the defendant’s boarding house, but the conditions were a nightmare, especially the faulty electricity. They’re suing for return of their rent and security deposit. The defendant claims the plaintiffs were caught stealing electricity from other tenants, and when he stopped them, they retaliated by moving out. He also accuses them of burning carpet, breaking a window, and damaging the refrigerator. He’s countersuing for property damage. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says he’s known the defendant since birth and believed in his musical talent. He claims he built a home studio and signed the defendant to a recording deal, but the defendant skipped sessions and acted unprofessionally. He’s suing to recoup his investment. The defendant says the plaintiff was his manager and failed to promote him properly. He claims the sessions were poorly managed and all his songs came out horribly. Then, the plaintiff says he’s known the defendant for 30 years and brought his motorcycle to his shop for repair. He claims the defendant failed to add transmission oil, ruining it completely. He’s suing for the cost of a new transmission and labor. The defendant, a mechanic for 40 years, says he never touched the transmission and blames the plaintiff for rushing the pickup. He’s shocked to be sued by a longtime friend. Plus, the plaintiff says he bought the defendant’s condo, and the contract stated that a built-in wall unit and two matching nightstands were included. They were present during the walk-through but missing when he moved in. He’s suing for the value of the items. The defendant says her broker told her the buyer wanted to purchase the built-ins after the sale, but his offer was too low, so she declined and kept them. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, his ex-mother-in-law, stole jewelry from his dresser. Two days later, his ex-wife allegedly cleaned out the house, taking TVs and couches. He’s suing for the value of the stolen items. The defendant says the couple had a toxic relationship and the final straw was a police raid looking for drugs. She claims she arrived to a ransacked home and grabbed what she could but insists she didn’t steal any jewelry. She’s countersuing for four months’ worth of living expenses. Then, one plaintiff says the defendant’s three dogs mauled her toy terrier, and she’s suing for cremation costs. The other plaintiff says the incident caused him trauma severe enough to require hospitalization, and he’s suing for pain and suffering. The defendant claims someone left the gate to his fenced yard unlatched, allowing the dogs to escape. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff loaned his TV to the defendant and claims he broke it and refuses to pay for it. He is suing for the damages. Confused, the defendant says he paid for the TV, and the reason he is being sued is because he refused to lend the plaintiff money for a tattoo. Then, the plaintiffs purchased a puppy from the defendants but returned her a few days later when she became sick. They are suing for a refund. The defendants argue that the puppy was perfectly healthy at the time of purchase and accuse the plaintiffs of abuse. Plus, the plaintiff says the defendant, his late mother’s neighbor, stole an antique from him. He is suing for its value. The defendant maintains it was a gift. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff claims the defendant, her ex-girlfriend, changed the locks on the apartment that they share and stole her belongings. She is suing for the cost of her property. The defendant argues that she was forced to put a restraining order on the plaintiff after an altercation, and the plaintiff failed to retrieve her belongings within the allotted time. She is countersuing for hospital bills and pain and suffering. Then, the plaintiff bought tickets to an event put on by the defendant but was turned away at the door because it was oversold. She is suing for the price of her tickets. The defendant claims refunds were offered for a two-week window, but the plaintiff failed to reach out to him in time. Plus, the plaintiffs gave the defendant a deposit on a house they wanted to rent before they realized it was in the direct path of Hurricane Sandy. They claim the defendant ignored their request for a mold inspection, so they decided not to go through with the lease. They are suing for the return of their deposit. The defendant claims he was never asked for a mold inspection and the plaintiffs simply backed out of the deal. He is countersuing for one month’s rent. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff hired the defendant’s limo company for him and his family to go out for dinner and a show. The plaintiff claims the defendant showed up two hours late in a smelly limo, causing them to miss their plans. He is suing for the cost of the limo services, the tickets for the show, a pair of pants damaged by the limo, and the fare for the cab home because they were left stranded. Then, the plaintiff rented an apartment to the defendant who he thought was a nice girl, but he claims she turned out to be a party girl and pothead. He is suing for property damage and rent. The defendant says the apartment was infested with rats and roaches, and he constantly harassed her about her whereabouts. She is countersuing for the return of rent and partial security deposit. Plus, the plaintiff claims the defendant, her ex-boyfriend, stole then totaled her car. She is suing for the damages. The defendant claims the accident was not his fault. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff was a member of the defendant’s pole dancing studio. During a class, her toe got stuck in the floorboard, causing her to lose a toenail. She is suing for her medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and an inappropriately charged dance fee. Then, on the way to work, the plaintiff was rear-ended by the defendant. He is now suing for the decreased value of his car. The defendant claims that this is an attempt to get more money out of the situation, arguing that the dispute has already been settled with her insurance company. Plus, the plaintiff brought his computer to the defendant for repairs. The plaintiff claims when he came back to collect it, no repairs had been made, and the defendant demanded additional pay to complete the job and return his computer. He is suing for the cost of his computer. The defendant says the plaintiff is paranoid, accusing him of planting a chip in his computer. The defendant also alleges that the plaintiff never paid the initial cost of the repair, so he’s countersuing. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, his former girlfriend, damaged the outside door to his basement and took some of his belongings. He is suing for the cost of the property damage and the missing items. The defendant claims he locked her out of the house while she was in her pajamas, and when she called the police, she was told to go through the basement door. She is countersuing for lost wages, claiming he got her fired out of spite. Then, the plaintiffs, a couple, claim their former landlord didn’t allow them to retrieve their belongings after a hurricane forced them to evacuate. They’re suing for the personal property. The defendant denies owing. Plus, after a fender bender in a grocery store parking lot, the plaintiffs are suing the defendant for their insurance deductible and attorney fees. The defendant claims she was not at fault and neither car had been damaged, so they decided not to call the police. She is convinced the plaintiffs are running a scam. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff loaned his girlfriend money with the stipulation that she would pay him back within two weeks. However, he soon discovered she had cheated on him before disappearing without paying him back. He is suing for the unpaid loan. The defendant claims the plaintiff owed her for damaged property, and the loan he claims he gave her was actually the payment, just put toward a car. Then, the plaintiff bought a truck from the defendant, only to find out after that the defendant didn’t have the rights to sell it. He can’t use it now due to an injury, and can’t sell it because of issues with the title, so he’s suing the defendant for the money he spent on the vehicle. The defendant claims he was only informed of issues with the title a year later, but did offer to fix it, which the plaintiff did not take him up on. Plus, the plaintiff runs a medical transport company that takes cancer patients to and from the hospital. The defendant worked for him, but when he left the job, he took five uniforms with him and left the plaintiff with an outstanding traffic ticket. He’s suing to get his money back. The defendant says he was never told to return the used clothing he was given for the job, and also never ran a red light or got a ticket on the job. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant trespassed onto his property after he trimmed some bushes and called him offensive names and even admitted it to the cops. He got an order of protection against her and is suing for harassment. The defendant claims the plaintiff is the one harassing her and even caused her pig to die by putting toxic chemicals on his bushes. Then, the plaintiff loaned his girlfriend some money but has had a hard time getting paid back since they’ve broken up. He’s suing to get his money back. The defendant says the plaintiff was going through a divorce when they were dating and offered to pay for a portion of rent on an apartment for her. It was only ever a gift, and she doesn’t owe him anything. Plus, the plaintiff says she was hired by the defendant to be his assistant on a documentary he was filming in Maine. She soon got the sense the film wasn’t actually happening, and the defendant just wanted a woman to travel with him. She’s suing to get the money she’s owed for taking up the job. The defendant says the plaintiff joined him on location scouting and other film tasks, spoke to potential participants, and is padding the number of hours she worked for him. Besides, he was just a supervisor, not the one who hired her. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says he gave the defendant a loan for a new TV and baby supplies. The defendant failed to pay it back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff offered to give him the TV to get with his cousin. Then, the plaintiff claims he found an apartment for the defendant, but he hasn’t paid him his commission fee, so he’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff doesn’t deserve the commission. Plus, the plaintiff brought his car to the defendant’s shop for a new transmission. However, the vehicle now needs a new transmission because of the defendant’s awful work, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the transmission was fine. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff, a real estate agent, found a house for the defendant to rent. However, the defendant stopped payment on the plaintiff’s commission check, so she’s suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff said she would waive the fee. Then, the plaintiff went to college with the defendant. The plaintiff claims the defendant stole her money for a shady business deal, so she’s suing. The defendant says he was also scammed out of the money, so he’s not responsible. Plus, the plaintiff bought a vehicle from the defendant, but it was a piece of junk. The defendant promised to return the deposit but never did, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff returned the car, and he resold it. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff ordered a handmade custom leather jacket from the defendant, but when it came, she found it was several sizes too large for her! She tried to contact the defendant for a redo, but he refused to help, so she’s suing for the money she spent. The defendant says he’s worked with big names and had offered to adjust the plaintiff’s jacket for her. She was nothing but problems for the defendant, who believes he did everything he could for her. Then, the plaintiff bought a car from the defendant, who claimed it ran perfectly. However, the car turned out to be a piece of junk, and the plaintiff is suing for his money back. The defendant says he sold the car to the plaintiff, only to get an angry call from his mother a few hours later claiming the plaintiff had taken money from her in order to buy the car. He gave the plaintiff a receipt that clearly states, “no refunds,” and a sale is a sale. Plus, the plaintiff gave the defendant a deposit on an apartment and brought his wife later that day to see the place. She didn’t like it and they decided to live elsewhere. However, the defendant refuses to give the deposit back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the agreement was for immediate occupancy, and the plaintiff had moved some cleaning supplies in, so there is no space for a refund. The defendant is countersuing for lost rent and travel expenses. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff was heading to her brand-new car after a night with friends when she noticed the defendant drunkenly standing by the vehicle. She claims he scratched the car in his drunken state and is suing for damages. The defendant claims the scratches were already there and not caused by him like the plaintiff argues. Then, the plaintiff says she’s having a hard time getting the defendant to reimburse her for vet bills after the defendant’s dog attacked hers, causing damage. She is suing to get her money back. The defendant argues there is no evidence that her dog attacked the plaintiff’s dog and doesn’t think she owes anything. Plus, the plaintiff rented a place from the defendants but found it was unlivable before moving in. When she asked for her down payment back, the defendants refused, claiming they’d already spent the money. She is suing for her money back. The defendants don’t understand why the plaintiff had a sudden change of heart when it came to moving into the unit. They believe that since it was her duty to move in after paying for it, the issue is on her, not them. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, her boyfriend’s ex-girlfriend, is crazy. She claims the ex attacked her car, breaking a windshield, and is suing her for the damages. The defendant admits to attacking the car, but it was because the ex-boyfriend had taken her child and locked himself in the car. She wasn’t charged for anything by the police due to the situation, so if anyone should pay for damages, it should be the man. Then, the plaintiff bought an antique lamp from the defendant, who packed it, insured it, and sent it on its way to the plaintiff. When it arrived to him, however, it was smashed to pieces. He says it was due to the defendant’s poor packing of the antique item, so he’s suing to get his money back. The defendant says he watched the lamp get packaged perfectly, and thinks the plaintiff is trying to hide something about the lamp. He says the plaintiff won’t bring up the person who signed for the package. Plus, the plaintiff bought a car from the defendant, but it turns out the vehicle can’t pass an inspection to be street safe. This information was not disclosed to the plaintiff beforehand, and he’s been forced to take the bus while the car sits on the street collecting dust. He’s suing for his money back. The defendant says the plaintiff came to check out the car with his mechanic, who said it was in good shape. He only came back a month later complaining he was sold a lemon, but the defendant told him there was nothing he could do about it. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says he put down $2,000 on a car and financed the rest, and the next thing he knew the car was being repossessed because his loan was denied. Now the defendant won’t return his deposit, so the plaintiff is suing him for it. The defendant says he should have followed his gut and refused to do business with the plaintiff, as the guy canceled his insurance on the car right after getting it. Since the bank couldn’t verify his credit information, the defendant had the deal canceled. Then, the plaintiff says she rented a place from the defendant, only to have the water cooler leak and destroy the floors. The insurance company sent the defendant a check to repair the damages, but the defendant never did. On top of that, the plaintiff was then evicted and has yet to get her security deposit back, so she’s suing the defendant. The defendant says the plaintiff never gave him a security deposit and is just trying to get the insurance money. Plus, the plaintiff purchased a 10-day doggy day care package from the defendant, only to learn partway into it that her dog was banned from the program for bad behavior. Now she can’t seem to get her money back for the unused days and is suing the defendant to get it back. The defendant says the plaintiff’s dog was a danger to other dogs in her care, but she did return the money for the unused days, so she owes nothing. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff, a singer, says the defendant, a promoter, hired him for a performance but hasn’t yet paid him, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the performance in question was a promotional show, and he told the plaintiff there was no pay involved. Besides, the defendant argues the plaintiff isn’t even a good singer. Then, the plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant, but he refuses to return her security deposit, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff only gave him three days’ notice, and she painted the walls bright colors. The deposit was used to repaint the home. Plus, the plaintiff bought a vehicle from the defendant, her cousin, but it had a million problems and didn’t pass inspection. The plaintiff is suing for cost of repairing the car. The defendant argues he sold the vehicle for half price. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices