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Hot Bench

Season 1 · 60 episodes · Sep 15, 2014

  1. Episode 1

    Service Dog Tearjerker

    Sep 15, 2014

    Small-claim court cases are heard by 3 judges who must then work together to determine the verdict. In the series opener, a custody dispute is settled between the owner of a grief therapy dog and a couple who bonded with it during its time of service.

  2. Episode 2

    Turn Lane Collision!; Tiny Toilet Turmoil

    Sep 15, 2014

    A motorist claims to be in the middle of renewing their insurance when they were involved in an accident. Also: a dispute over a home renovation.

  3. Episode 3

    Beauty School Hazing?

    Sep 16, 2014

    A dispute between a teacher and a student of a beauty school is settled.

  4. Episode 4

    Mansion Madness; Firefighter Hero Sued by Ex

    Sep 16, 2014

    A woman is questioned over her decision to pay for the upkeep of a mansion. Later, ex-lovers argue over the repayment of a loan.

  5. Episode 5

    Devastated Daddy at Baby Girl's Party; Pit Bull vs. Chihuahua!

    Sep 17, 2014

    A father claims emotional distress after an entertainer doesn't show up at his daughter's party. Also: A dog owner defends their pit bull after an alleged attack on a Chihuahua.

  6. Episode 6

    Kidnapping and Abuse Claims; Pimp Mobile for an 11-Year-Old?

    Sep 17, 2014

    Allegations of child abuse and kidnap are discussed in court between a divorced couple. Later, a botched custom bike design is disputed.

  7. Episode 7

    Marijuana Test-Drive Drama; Player Hater Vandalism!

    Sep 18, 2014

    A teen is accused of using illegal drugs during a test drive. Also, a woman is accused of vandalizing her lover's car.

  8. Episode 8

    The Very Odd Couple; Stolen Skateboard Ethics

    Sep 18, 2014

    A man seeks reparations after his property is damaged by a boarder. Also: A missing skateboard causes contention between friends.

  9. Episode 9

    Africa Trip Fallout; When Bed Bugs Bite!

    Sep 19, 2014

    Disputes are raised over a trip to Africa. Later, a woman accuses her roommate of a bedbug infestation.

  10. Episode 10

    BB Gun and Paternity Test; Three-Car Pile-Up!

    Sep 19, 2014

    An incident a loaded BB gun leads to a paternity test. Also: a dispute over a traffic collision is discussed.

  11. Episode 11

    Racial Slurs and Bigotry; Homeless Widow Woes

    Sep 22, 2014

    A man is accused of resorting to racial slurs and threats in an attempt to get his ex-business partner to pay his share of an $8000 investment in a Cadillac Escalade. Later, a homeless widow takes a man to court for wrecking her car, but he insists that the crash was her fault.

  12. Episode 12

    Female Boxer vs. Trainer

    Sep 22, 2014

    A woman who overcame health issues to pursue her dream of becoming a pro boxer takes her ex-trainer to court for loss of income and accuses him of breaking fight contracts.

  13. Episode 13

    Murder Tears Family Apart

    Sep 23, 2014

    A widow who became a victims' advocate accuses her own son of assaulting her during a fight over their family home.

  14. Episode 14

    Self-Made Landlord After Murder!; White Picket Fence Wipeout!

    Sep 23, 2014

    A landlord who became an alleged murder suspect vs. a tenant who started renting apartments in his absence. Also: A man accuses an uninsured motorist of completely destroying his fence, but she claims she didn't cause that much damage.

  15. Episode 15

    Illegal Scooter Rams Mustang; Doggie Haircut Disaster

    Sep 24, 2014

    Photo evidence of skid marks seems to contradict a woman's version of an accident involving her unregistered, uninsured scooter and a Ford Mustang. Also: A groomer is accused of dislocating a dog's hip during a haircut.

  16. Episode 16

    Workplace Romance Drama; Punched and Maced!

    Sep 24, 2014

    Former lovers who started dating at work find themselves in court, fighting over alleged cheating and money. Later, a couple whose relationship came to a bitter end argue over an Xbox.

  17. Episode 17

    Love for Sale?; Online Gambling Loans?

    Sep 25, 2014

    A woman claims to have been loaned money from a man she met on the Internet. Later, a woman accuses her ex-boyfriend of running up charges on her credit card.

  18. Episode 18

    Grandmother Mayhem; Medical Marijuana Delivery

    Sep 25, 2014

    A woman sues the father of her grandson for after her home is raided by police. Later, ex-lovers fight over money and marijuana paraphernalia.

  19. Episode 19

    Gang-Related Threats

    Sep 26, 2014

    Illegal gang activity causes a lease dispute between a renter and her landlord.

  20. Episode 20

    Rock Throwing and Harassment!; Ex-Lovers Disinterest Rate

    Sep 26, 2014

    A child is accused of throwing a rock at a rental car. Later, a dispute is caused over a high-interest loan.

  21. Episode 21

    DUI With a Child in the Car

    Sep 29, 2014

    A call to the police is the cause for a dispute between a couple.

  22. Episode 22

    Pitbull vs. Chihuahua; Love and Liability

    Sep 29, 2014

    A woman attempts to find the party responsible for a savage attack on her dog which, she claims, traumatized her children; a couple quarrel over a vehicle loan.

  23. Episode 23

    Dating, Damage and Drama; Live-In Lizard?

    Sep 30, 2014

    A car repossession is disputed between ex-lovers; A renter brings a lizard and an roommate into his place against the wishes of his landlord.

  24. Episode 24

    Tweener Instagram Fashion Fail; Hair Salon Drama

    Sep 30, 2014

    An online discount causes discord between a woman and a hair salon; ex-lovers contend with one another over salon supplies.

  25. Episode 25

    Gossip Traded for Cash; Taunting an Ex-Lover

    Oct 1, 2014

    A man claims to have been paid to inform on the whereabouts of a woman's ex-lover; a man is being sued after returning a car damaged to its owner.

  26. Episode 26

    Exploding Car; Anti-Bullying Business

    Oct 1, 2014

    A mechanic is sued after a car blows up on the highway; a dispute arises over screen printer services for an anti-bullying organization.

  27. Episode 27

    A Dog's Confession?; Flat-Screen Friendship Fiasco

    Oct 2, 2014

    Neighbors contend over vet bills after a beagle is injured; ex-friends dispute a cellphone bill and the ownership of a flat screen t.v.

  28. Episode 28

    Euthanized Dogs

    Oct 2, 2014

    A woman claims her sheep were attacked by her neighbors dogs.

  29. Episode 29

    Innocent Man Serving Life Sentence?

    Oct 3, 2014

    A woman sues a private investigator after her son is sent to prison.

  30. Episode 30

    Music Video Mayhem; Ex-Lover Computer Thief?

    Oct 3, 2014

    A music manager and film director sue one another over the production quality of a music video; a woman accuses her ex of stealing her computer.

  31. Episode 31

    Forgery and Fighting; Pregnant and Moving!

    Oct 6, 2014

    A woman is accused of forging checks and pawning her ex-boyfriend's chainsaw; A landlord and tenant disagree over an email.

  32. Episode 32

    Dog Eats Marijuana Candy!; Cupcake Crisis

    Oct 6, 2014

    A dog eats chocolate filled with marijuana and the owner sues her roommates for vet expenses; A woman claims the cupcakes she ordered for her child's birthday were late and refuses the baker payment.

  33. Episode 33

    Disgusting Clean-Up; Tornado Debris Disaster

    Oct 7, 2014

    A woman sues for payment after having to clean up her tenant's dirty apartment; A woman claims to be assaulted by her neighbor after tornado leaves debris on her sidewalk.

  34. Episode 34

    Stealing Water?!; Xbox War!

    Oct 7, 2014

    A woman is accused of stealing water from her landlord; A couple argue over the ownership of an Xbox.

  35. Episode 35

    Criminal Texting?

    Oct 8, 2014

    A fallout between friends leads to odd text messages and police involvement.

  36. Episode 36

    Hovercraft Builder Burn?; Exercise Machine Wars

    Oct 8, 2014

    A dispute over a custom built hovercraft; A couple argue over the ownership of exercise equipment.

  37. Episode 37

    Scamming the System?

    Oct 9, 2014

    A dispute over rent between a landlord and ex-tenants.

  38. Episode 38

    Smog Test Scam?; Teen Money Matters

    Oct 9, 2014

    A mechanic is sued by a couple after fixing their car; A lease agreement between college roommates is disputed.

  39. Episode 39

    Ammo Explodes in Face!

    Oct 10, 2014

    A man sues an ammo manufacturer after he claims a defective bullet exploded in his gun causing injury to him.

  40. Episode 40

    Terrible Nanny; Townhouse Rift

    Oct 10, 2014

    A woman sues a couple for payment of services rendered after being let go of her position as a nanny; A couple sue their landlord for their security deposit after claiming the place is full of mold.

  41. Episode 41

    Tough Love Family; Ill-Fated Roommates

    Oct 13, 2014

    A mother and son argue over the re-payment of a credit card bill; An allegation of stolen property comes between roommates.

  42. Episode 42

    Poisoned Children?; Mustang Family Feud

    Oct 13, 2014

    A woman sues her landlord after finding mold in her apartment; A transaction involving a muscle car comes between friends.

  43. Episode 43

    Driving Blind!; Mother and Son Feud

    Oct 14, 2014

    An accident involving an uninsured motorist is discussed; A woman sues her son for unpaid bills.

  44. Episode 44

    Burned Property Blowout!; Co-Worker War

    Oct 14, 2014

    A woman sues for damages after her in-laws and neighbor allegedly broke in to her home; A co-workers is accused of property damage and creating emotional distress.

  45. Episode 45

    Eviction Education!; Gift or a Loan?!

    Oct 15, 2014

    A tenant accuses her landlord of sneaking in to her apartment; Ex-lovers disputer over money matters.

  46. Episode 46

    Handsome Contractor Woes; Parking Sideswipe

    Oct 15, 2014

    A handyman is sued after not completing a cabinet project he was paid for; Neighbors dispute over an accident involving a parked car.

  47. Episode 47

    Landlord Tenant Chaos

    Oct 16, 2014

    A dispute over property damage is discussed.

  48. Episode 48

    Ex-Lovers' Battle; Boyfriend Sells Fun!

    Oct 16, 2014

    Ex-lovers argue over money matters; A woman sues her ex-boyfriend for loans and unpaid bills.

  49. Episode 49

    Flooding Damage; Attack in a Dog Park!

    Oct 17, 2014

    A tenant and landlord argue over property damaged caused by flooding; An incident at the dog park causes a dispute between the owners of the animals involved.

  50. Episode 50

    Fishing Trip and a Pit Bull; Landlord Accused of Theft

    Oct 17, 2014

    A man sues his friend over a scooter and a dog attack; A case involving accusations of theft of property between a landlord and tenant is discussed.

  51. Episode 51

    Wardrobe Malfunction Mash-Up!; When Cat Lovers Fight

    Oct 20, 2014

    An automobile accident occurs while a woman is changing her clothes; Roommates disagree over a pet cat and a rent check payment.

  52. Episode 52

    Flight From Toxic Health Scare; Church Friends Turned Lovers

    Oct 21, 2014

    A man sues his landlord over claims of lead paint and health hazards in the home; Ex-lovers dispute over money and an alleged affair.

  53. Episode 53

    Suicide's Unanswered Questions; Ex-Lovers Trade Blows?

    Oct 22, 2014

    A man sues the friend of his deceased son for repayment of loans; A woman claims her ex-boyfriend assaulted her and dumped a beer in her lap.

  54. Episode 54

    Misplaced Meth Pipe?; Flirtatious eBay Power Play?

    Oct 23, 2014

    A man sues his ex-girlfriend after claiming she left drug paraphernalia in his car; An online auction for a model airplane is disputed.

  55. Episode 55

    Casino Payout Gone Bad!; Teen Motorcyclist Test-Drive Crash?

    Oct 24, 2014

    A woman claims a truck she bought was stolen by her co-worker; A teenager is sued for damages after crashing a motorcycle during a test drive.

  56. Episode 56

    Last Will & Testament Wedding Drama; Child vs. Adult Bike Race Disaster!

    Oct 27, 2014

    A loan for a wedding ring is the cause for a dispute; a man claims he was injured on purpose while racing a 7-year-old child.

  57. Episode 57

    High-Speed Brake Fail?!; Texts Escalate to Restraining Order

    Oct 28, 2014

    A woman claims blames mechanical issues caused the motor vehicle accident she was in; a money loan and restraining order are disputed between co-workers.

  58. Episode 58

    Emergency Anxiety Meds; World's Best Stepmother?

    Oct 29, 2014

    A woman accuses her landlord of going through her personal belongings; A family dispute is brought to court.

  59. Episode 59

    Come to Court With Clean Hands!; Hookah Lounge Fallout

    Oct 30, 2014

    Ex-roommates argue over rental agreement; a motor vehicle accident including a wild night out and a collision with a rock is discussed.

  60. Episode 60

    Explicit Photos Lure Vietnam Vet?; I Don't Flirt With Short Women!

    Oct 30, 2014

    A man claims he's being taken advantage of by a younger woman; An insurance agent claims a client harassed her over a payment that didn't work out as he had planned.