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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.
S12, EP81 "Unhinged"
A homeowner says her contractor vanished after taking advance payment for custom doors; the contractor blames backorders, hospital stays and her constant design changes for the delays; when flaky fixes and flimsy fibs jam the frame, the judges pry open the truth.
S11, EP49 "Full Moon Rising"
A man let his couch-surfing best friend move into his house with him, but, years later, he sues him for nonpayment of rent and accuses him of sexual assault.
S12, EP58 "Breast Intentions"
A separated couple battle over a costly cosmetic crisis; she says a heated argument left her with a ruptured implant and a contract for him to pay half the repair bill; he insists it was an accident and says she's using the fight to cash in.
S11, EP175 "Beauty School Bummer"
A friendship unravels in court over a sudden eviction, missing valuables and a towed car: the plaintiff accuses a roommate of threats and theft, while the defendant argues that she was wronged and left everything behind.
S12, EP38 "The Jewelry Joust!"
One former bestie says a soured friendship turned into a fight and a jewelry heist; the other cries harassment and self-defense.
S12, EP37 "Of Mice and Rent"
A landlord says his tenants were always late on rent; they blame mice and mess for the mayhem.
S12, EP21 "Prom Dress Stress"
A mom hires a designer to make the perfect prom dress -- but the dress becomes a no-show.
