
Judge Glenda Hatchett presided over her self-titled courtroom show from 2000-2008. Now, she returns to the medium with "The Verdict." In the half-hour series, the Atlanta native and former juvenile-court judge rules over small-claims cases brought in front of her. Hatchett's courtroom isn't just about finding someone guilty, though. She also uses her experience dealing with young people and her tough-love approach to help send a message to out-of-control juvenile offenders to try to set them on the right track in their lives.

Sisters clash over the sale of their late father's home, with one blaming the other's grieving rituals and superstitious beliefs for causing damage and delays.

A man sues his ex for keeping his exotic pets after they broke up; a student blames his ASL teacher for causing him to insult a deaf classmate.

A woman returns her brother's car with significant body damage; a babysitter pulls a boy's sled with an ATV, causing him to crash into a tree.

A man sues his niece for pocketing insurance money meant for repairing his car; former friends face off in court over an injury caused by an excited dog.