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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, EP102 "Battle in the Basement"
A tenant blames late rent on job loss and accuses his landlady of theft, lies and making a bogus police call; meanwhile, the landlady says the tenant trashed her home and threatened her with a knife; watch as the judges cut through the accusations and find justice.
S11, EP41 "Sold Short"
A web developer says she learned that a marketing program was a scam, but the defendant's policy says she must finish the program to qualify for a refund -- but at the same time, utilizing their materials disqualifies her.
S11, EP178 "Tool Intentions"
A breakup turns bitter when a woman accuses her ex of stealing tools after moving in with his new girlfriend; he says the tools were partial payment for labor, and she watched him pack them without protest.
S10, EP184 "Wheel of Misfortune"
A man is involved in a crash while he is taking his driving test in his girlfriend's car; she sues the other driver for damages, but the judges want to test the boyfriend's knowledge of road rules.
S12, EP51 "Oh, Bail No"
A woman says she bailed out her boyfriend and got cheated on, instead of thanked; he says she's obsessed and generous.
S12, EP4 "Get the Ex Out"
A marriage ends, but the drama lives on under one roof; the plaintiff says her ex refuses to move out and owes mortgage payments; he says she's just jealous of his new relationship.
