
Hot Bench
A panel of three judges hear court cases, argue the merits of the case amongst themselves, and render a verdict.
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60 episodes
- 1. Service Dog TearjerkerSmall-claim court cases are heard by 3 judges who must then work together to determine the verdict. In the series opener, a custody dispute is settled between the owner of a grief therapy dog and a couple who bonded with it during its time of service.TV-GCC30minSep 15, 2014
- 2. Turn Lane Collision!; Tiny Toilet TurmoilA motorist claims to be in the middle of renewing their insurance when they were involved in an accident. Also: a dispute over a home renovation.TV-GCC30minSep 15, 2014
- 3. Beauty School Hazing?A dispute between a teacher and a student of a beauty school is settled.TV-GCC30minSep 16, 2014
- 4. Mansion Madness; Firefighter Hero Sued by ExA woman is questioned over her decision to pay for the upkeep of a mansion. Later, ex-lovers argue over the repayment of a loan.TV-GCC30minSep 16, 2014
- 5. Devastated Daddy at Baby Girl's Party; Pit Bull vs. Chihuahua!A father claims emotional distress after an entertainer doesn't show up at his daughter's party. Also: A dog owner defends their pit bull after an alleged attack on a Chihuahua.TV-GCC30minSep 17, 2014
- 6. Kidnapping and Abuse Claims; Pimp Mobile for an 11-Year-Old?Allegations of child abuse and kidnap are discussed in court between a divorced couple. Later, a botched custom bike design is disputed.TV-GCC30minSep 17, 2014
- 7. Marijuana Test-Drive Drama; Player Hater Vandalism!A teen is accused of using illegal drugs during a test drive. Also, a woman is accused of vandalizing her lover's car.TV-GCC30minSep 18, 2014
- 8. The Very Odd Couple; Stolen Skateboard EthicsA man seeks reparations after his property is damaged by a boarder. Also: A missing skateboard causes contention between friends.TV-GCC30minSep 18, 2014
- 9. Africa Trip Fallout; When Bed Bugs Bite!Disputes are raised over a trip to Africa. Later, a woman accuses her roommate of a bedbug infestation.TV-GCC30minSep 19, 2014
- 10. BB Gun and Paternity Test; Three-Car Pile-Up!An incident a loaded BB gun leads to a paternity test. Also: a dispute over a traffic collision is discussed.TV-GCC30minSep 19, 2014
- 11. Racial Slurs and Bigotry; Homeless Widow WoesA man is accused of resorting to racial slurs and threats in an attempt to get his ex-business partner to pay his share of an $8000 investment in a Cadillac Escalade. Later, a homeless widow takes a man to court for wrecking her car, but he insists that the crash was her fault.TV-GCC30minSep 22, 2014
- 12. Female Boxer vs. TrainerA woman who overcame health issues to pursue her dream of becoming a pro boxer takes her ex-trainer to court for loss of income and accuses him of breaking fight contracts.TV-GCC30minSep 22, 2014
- 13. Murder Tears Family ApartA widow who became a victims' advocate accuses her own son of assaulting her during a fight over their family home.TV-GCC30minSep 23, 2014
- 14. Self-Made Landlord After Murder!; White Picket Fence Wipeout!A landlord who became an alleged murder suspect vs. a tenant who started renting apartments in his absence. Also: A man accuses an uninsured motorist of completely destroying his fence, but she claims she didn't cause that much damage.TV-GCC30minSep 23, 2014
- 15. Illegal Scooter Rams Mustang; Doggie Haircut DisasterPhoto evidence of skid marks seems to contradict a woman's version of an accident involving her unregistered, uninsured scooter and a Ford Mustang. Also: A groomer is accused of dislocating a dog's hip during a haircut.TV-GCC30minSep 24, 2014
- 16. Workplace Romance Drama; Punched and Maced!Former lovers who started dating at work find themselves in court, fighting over alleged cheating and money. Later, a couple whose relationship came to a bitter end argue over an Xbox.TV-GCC30minSep 24, 2014
- 17. Love for Sale?; Online Gambling Loans?A woman claims to have been loaned money from a man she met on the Internet. Later, a woman accuses her ex-boyfriend of running up charges on her credit card.TV-GCC30minSep 25, 2014
- 18. Grandmother Mayhem; Medical Marijuana DeliveryA woman sues the father of her grandson for after her home is raided by police. Later, ex-lovers fight over money and marijuana paraphernalia.TV-GCC30minSep 25, 2014
- 19. Gang-Related ThreatsIllegal gang activity causes a lease dispute between a renter and her landlord.TV-GCC30minSep 26, 2014
- 20. Rock Throwing and Harassment!; Ex-Lovers Disinterest RateA child is accused of throwing a rock at a rental car. Later, a dispute is caused over a high-interest loan.TV-GCC30minSep 26, 2014
- 21. DUI With a Child in the CarA call to the police is the cause for a dispute between a couple.TV-GCC30minSep 29, 2014
- 22. Pitbull vs. Chihuahua; Love and LiabilityA woman attempts to find the party responsible for a savage attack on her dog which, she claims, traumatized her children; a couple quarrel over a vehicle loan.TV-GCC30minSep 29, 2014
- 23. Dating, Damage and Drama; Live-In Lizard?A car repossession is disputed between ex-lovers; A renter brings a lizard and an roommate into his place against the wishes of his landlord.TV-GCC30minSep 30, 2014
- 24. Tweener Instagram Fashion Fail; Hair Salon DramaAn online discount causes discord between a woman and a hair salon; ex-lovers contend with one another over salon supplies.TV-GCC30minSep 30, 2014
- 25. Gossip Traded for Cash; Taunting an Ex-LoverA man claims to have been paid to inform on the whereabouts of a woman's ex-lover; a man is being sued after returning a car damaged to its owner.TV-GCC30minOct 1, 2014
- 26. Exploding Car; Anti-Bullying BusinessA mechanic is sued after a car blows up on the highway; a dispute arises over screen printer services for an anti-bullying organization.TV-GCC30minOct 1, 2014
- 27. A Dog's Confession?; Flat-Screen Friendship FiascoNeighbors contend over vet bills after a beagle is injured; ex-friends dispute a cellphone bill and the ownership of a flat screen t.v.TV-GCC30minOct 2, 2014
- 28. Euthanized DogsA woman claims her sheep were attacked by her neighbors dogs.TV-GCC30minOct 2, 2014
- 29. Innocent Man Serving Life Sentence?A woman sues a private investigator after her son is sent to prison.TV-GCC30minOct 3, 2014
- 30. Music Video Mayhem; Ex-Lover Computer Thief?A music manager and film director sue one another over the production quality of a music video; a woman accuses her ex of stealing her computer.TV-GCC30minOct 3, 2014
- 31. Forgery and Fighting; Pregnant and Moving!A woman is accused of forging checks and pawning her ex-boyfriend's chainsaw; A landlord and tenant disagree over an email.TV-GCC30minOct 6, 2014
- 32. Dog Eats Marijuana Candy!; Cupcake CrisisA dog eats chocolate filled with marijuana and the owner sues her roommates for vet expenses; A woman claims the cupcakes she ordered for her child's birthday were late and refuses the baker payment.TV-GCC30minOct 6, 2014
- 33. Disgusting Clean-Up; Tornado Debris DisasterA woman sues for payment after having to clean up her tenant's dirty apartment; A woman claims to be assaulted by her neighbor after tornado leaves debris on her sidewalk.TV-GCC30minOct 7, 2014
- 34. Stealing Water?!; Xbox War!A woman is accused of stealing water from her landlord; A couple argue over the ownership of an Xbox.TV-GCC30minOct 7, 2014
- 35. Criminal Texting?A fallout between friends leads to odd text messages and police involvement.TV-GCC30minOct 8, 2014
- 36. Hovercraft Builder Burn?; Exercise Machine WarsA dispute over a custom built hovercraft; A couple argue over the ownership of exercise equipment.TV-GCC30minOct 8, 2014
- 37. Scamming the System?A dispute over rent between a landlord and ex-tenants.TV-GCC30minOct 9, 2014
- 38. Smog Test Scam?; Teen Money MattersA mechanic is sued by a couple after fixing their car; A lease agreement between college roommates is disputed.TV-GCC30minOct 9, 2014
- 39. Ammo Explodes in Face!A man sues an ammo manufacturer after he claims a defective bullet exploded in his gun causing injury to him.TV-GCC30minOct 10, 2014
- 40. Terrible Nanny; Townhouse RiftA woman sues a couple for payment of services rendered after being let go of her position as a nanny; A couple sue their landlord for their security deposit after claiming the place is full of mold.TV-GCC30minOct 10, 2014
- 41. Tough Love Family; Ill-Fated RoommatesA mother and son argue over the re-payment of a credit card bill; An allegation of stolen property comes between roommates.TV-GCC30minOct 13, 2014
- 42. Poisoned Children?; Mustang Family FeudA woman sues her landlord after finding mold in her apartment; A transaction involving a muscle car comes between friends.TV-GCC30minOct 13, 2014
- 43. Driving Blind!; Mother and Son FeudAn accident involving an uninsured motorist is discussed; A woman sues her son for unpaid bills.TV-GCC30minOct 14, 2014
- 44. Burned Property Blowout!; Co-Worker WarA woman sues for damages after her in-laws and neighbor allegedly broke in to her home; A co-workers is accused of property damage and creating emotional distress.TV-GCC30minOct 14, 2014
- 45. Eviction Education!; Gift or a Loan?!A tenant accuses her landlord of sneaking in to her apartment; Ex-lovers disputer over money matters.TV-GCC30minOct 15, 2014
- 46. Handsome Contractor Woes; Parking SideswipeA handyman is sued after not completing a cabinet project he was paid for; Neighbors dispute over an accident involving a parked car.TV-GCC30minOct 15, 2014
- 47. Landlord Tenant ChaosA dispute over property damage is discussed.TV-GCC30minOct 16, 2014
- 48. Ex-Lovers' Battle; Boyfriend Sells Fun!Ex-lovers argue over money matters; A woman sues her ex-boyfriend for loans and unpaid bills.TV-GCC30minOct 16, 2014
- 49. Flooding Damage; Attack in a Dog Park!A tenant and landlord argue over property damaged caused by flooding; An incident at the dog park causes a dispute between the owners of the animals involved.TV-GCC30minOct 17, 2014
- 50. Fishing Trip and a Pit Bull; Landlord Accused of TheftA man sues his friend over a scooter and a dog attack; A case involving accusations of theft of property between a landlord and tenant is discussed.TV-GCC30minOct 17, 2014
- 51. Wardrobe Malfunction Mash-Up!; When Cat Lovers FightAn automobile accident occurs while a woman is changing her clothes; Roommates disagree over a pet cat and a rent check payment.TV-GCC30minOct 20, 2014
- 52. Flight From Toxic Health Scare; Church Friends Turned LoversA man sues his landlord over claims of lead paint and health hazards in the home; Ex-lovers dispute over money and an alleged affair.TV-GCC30minOct 21, 2014
- 53. Suicide's Unanswered Questions; Ex-Lovers Trade Blows?A man sues the friend of his deceased son for repayment of loans; A woman claims her ex-boyfriend assaulted her and dumped a beer in her lap.TV-GCC30minOct 22, 2014
- 54. Misplaced Meth Pipe?; Flirtatious eBay Power Play?A man sues his ex-girlfriend after claiming she left drug paraphernalia in his car; An online auction for a model airplane is disputed.TV-GCC30minOct 23, 2014
- 55. Casino Payout Gone Bad!; Teen Motorcyclist Test-Drive Crash?A woman claims a truck she bought was stolen by her co-worker; A teenager is sued for damages after crashing a motorcycle during a test drive.TV-GCC30minOct 24, 2014
- 56. Last Will & Testament Wedding Drama; Child vs. Adult Bike Race Disaster!A loan for a wedding ring is the cause for a dispute; a man claims he was injured on purpose while racing a 7-year-old child.TV-GCC30minOct 27, 2014
- 57. High-Speed Brake Fail?!; Texts Escalate to Restraining OrderA woman claims blames mechanical issues caused the motor vehicle accident she was in; a money loan and restraining order are disputed between co-workers.TV-GCC30minOct 28, 2014
- 58. Emergency Anxiety Meds; World's Best Stepmother?A woman accuses her landlord of going through her personal belongings; A family dispute is brought to court.TV-GCC30minOct 29, 2014
- 59. Come to Court With Clean Hands!; Hookah Lounge FalloutEx-roommates argue over rental agreement; a motor vehicle accident including a wild night out and a collision with a rock is discussed.TV-GCC30minOct 30, 2014
- 60. Explicit Photos Lure Vietnam Vet?; I Don't Flirt With Short Women!A man claims he's being taken advantage of by a younger woman; An insurance agent claims a client harassed her over a payment that didn't work out as he had planned.TV-GCC30minOct 30, 2014
Hot Bench
★ 4.6/10201413 seasons632 episodesReturning Series
A panel of three judges hear court cases, argue the merits of the case amongst themselves, and render a verdict.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Judith Sheindlin
- Studio
- Queen Bee Productions, CBS Studios, Big Ticket Television
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