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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, 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.
S11, EP64 "Making Up a Cosmetic Excuse"
A woman who values education gave her niece a loan for cosmetology school, and now has to sue for repayment; the niece says she should be allowed more time, but how does she explain going on a trip to Hawaii instead of repaying her aunt?
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, EP37 "Of Mice and Rent"
A landlord says his tenants were always late on rent; they blame mice and mess for the mayhem.
S12, EP26 "Unsettled Sisters"
Two sisters battle over a family home.
S12, EP21 "Prom Dress Stress"
A mom hires a designer to make the perfect prom dress -- but the dress becomes a no-show.
