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Many popular court shows are on TV. How can the genre improve? How about using a three-judge panel? That's the concept of "Hot Bench," created by Judge Judy Sheindlin. After hearing each case, the judges discuss it among themselves before rendering a verdict. The show's title comes from a term describing a court action in which a judge frequently interrupts lawyers with questions.
S11, EP151 "It's a Dog Eat Dog World"
The plaintiff says the defendant's dog attacked her dog, causing injury and trauma; he says there is no evidence proving his dog was responsible, and she never came to collect the money he offered for her veterinary bills.
S12, EP28 "Mail Order Lied"
A father claims his ex ruined a family trip by making him miss his flight with their daughters; she argues he overreacted and was more interested in meeting a future bride than making memories.
S11, EP127 "Track Suit"
The plaintiff says she paid the defendant to train her son in track, but he didn't deliver; the defendant says the plaintiff wanted a relationship and is upset over his refusal.
S12, EP35 "No Mofongo, No Money"
A chef says he was hired to cook but got a postdated check with a side of empty promises; the business owner says the chef exaggerated his skills and was paid in full.
S12, EP162 "Gone With the Rent"
A rental arrangement goes from smooth sailing to soaked ceilings: The landlords say rent stopped, and water damage followed, but the tenant argues that consistent plumbing issues destroyed his property; this case leaves everyone drowning in blame.
S12, EP161 "Braid Expectations"
A hairstylist's client says the style didn't last as long as promised, while the stylist argues that short hair and shifting demands caused the fallout; this beauty deal leaves everyone tied up in knots.
S12, EP160 "Nutri-Bully"
A quick kitchen gadget sale spins out of control; the buyer says he got the wrong size blender and a refund runaround; the seller says it was an "as-is" sale, he inspected the item, and now he's harassing her; this online deal proves small appliances can spark big accusations.
