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    Dancing With the Stars is breaking voting records even after 35 seasons, cringe Love Is Blind clips are breaking the internet, and Love Island is still breaking hearts week after week... It seems we are having a reality TV renaissance. But…

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    A wig purchase leaves one customer pulling her hair out! The customer claims the wig didn’t fit and wasn’t what she wanted, while the shop owner claims the purchase was approved and non-refundable! This dispute is anything but a good look!

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  • First Birthday... Last Straw!

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    A milestone birthday ends with disappointment and demands for a refund. A mother claims the decorations and party favors failed to meet expectations, while the decorator argues she went above and beyond despite difficult circumstances…

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  • Mister Big Bucks

    October 22, 2026 · 18 min

    A former family friendship breaks down over money and broken trust. One claims he repeatedly helped with car expenses and was never repaid, while the other argues repayment was never part of the deal. Now the judges must determine whether…

  • Bed and Wreck-fest

    October 21, 2026 · 18 min

    What started as a short-term rental turns into a long-term headache! The landlord claims his tenant allowed unauthorized guests who left the property in disarray, while the tenant claims the guests took over the arrangement, which he knew!…

  • Barking Up the Wrong Tree

    October 20, 2026 · 18 min

    An off-leash encounter sends neighbors straight into court! One claims his dog was seriously injured, and he was stuck with thousands of vet bills. The other claims it was simply a brief scuffle. With disputes like this, somebody’s story…

  • The Last Supper

    October 19, 2026 · 18 min

    A simple favor leads to a painful falling out. A couple claims their former church friend crashed their truck and won’t pay for the damage, while she argues a faulty tire is responsible for the accident. Watch as the judges navigate a…

  • Nailed It Or Failed It?

    October 16, 2026 · 18 min

    A home repair turns into a bitter battle over workmanship and money. A contractor claims he’s still waiting to be paid, while the homeowner argues she’s still waiting for quality work! Watch as the judges determine whether this project was…

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About the show

Hot Bench, created by Judge Judy Sheindlin, is the only three-judge panel in broadcast syndication. Judges Dan Mentzer, Rachel Juarez, and Yodit Tewolde bring decades of legal experience to real small claims cases from across the country. Beyond delivering legal rulings, they offer insight, guidance, and new perspectives to litigants and viewers alike. The show aims to both educate and entertain by resolving real-life legal disputes. New episodes of Hot Bench are available every weekday.