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Hot Bench: Season 1 - 58 Episode s
1x1 - Service Dog Tearjerker
September 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.
1x2 - Turn Lane Collision!; Tiny Toilet Turmoil
September 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.
1x3 - Beauty School Hazing?
September 16, 2014
A dispute between a teacher and a student of a beauty school is settled.
1x4 - Mansion Madness; Firefighter Hero Sued by Ex
September 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.
1x5 - Devastated Daddy at Baby Girl's Party; Pit Bull vs. Chihuahua!
September 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.
1x6 - Kidnapping and Abuse Claims; Pimp Mobile for an 11-Year-Old?
September 17, 2014
Allegations of child abuse and kidnap are discussed in court between a divorced couple. Later, a botched custom bike design is disputed.
1x7 - Marijuana Test-Drive Drama; Player Hater Vandalism!
September 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.
1x8 - The Very Odd Couple; Stolen Skateboard Ethics
September 18, 2014
A man seeks reparations after his property is damaged by a boarder. Also: A missing skateboard causes contention between friends.
1x9 - Africa Trip Fallout; When Bed Bugs Bite!
September 19, 2014
Disputes are raised over a trip to Africa. Later, a woman accuses her roommate of a bedbug infestation.
1x10 - BB Gun and Paternity Test; Three-Car Pile-Up!
September 19, 2014
An incident a loaded BB gun leads to a paternity test. Also: a dispute over a traffic collision is discussed.
1x11 - Racial Slurs and Bigotry; Homeless Widow Woes
September 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 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.
1x12 - Female Boxer vs. Trainer
September 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.
1x13 - Murder Tears Family Apart
September 23, 2014
A widow who became a victims' advocate accuses her own son of assaulting her during a fight over their family home.
1x14 - Self-Made Landlord After Murder!; White Picket Fence Wipeout!
September 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.
1x15 - Illegal Scooter Rams Mustang; Doggie Haircut Disaster
September 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.
1x16 - Workplace Romance Drama; Punched and Maced!
September 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.
1x17 - Love for Sale?; Online Gambling Loans?
September 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.
1x18 - Grandmother Mayhem; Medical Marijuana Delivery
September 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.
1x19 - Gang-Related Threats
September 26, 2014
Illegal gang activity causes a lease dispute between a renter and her landlord.
1x20 - Rock Throwing and Harassment!; Ex-Lovers Disinterest Rate
September 26, 2014
A child is accused of throwing a rock at a rental car. Later, a dispute is caused over a high-interest loan.
1x21 - DUI With a Child in the Car
September 29, 2014
A call to the police is the cause for a dispute between a couple.
1x22 - Pitbull vs. Chihuahua; Love and Liability
September 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.
1x23 - Dating, Damage and Drama; Live-In Lizard?
September 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.
1x24 - Tweener Instagram Fashion Fail; Hair Salon Drama
September 30, 2014
An online discount causes discord between a woman and a hair salon; ex-lovers contend with one another over salon supplies.
1x25 - Gossip Traded for Cash; Taunting an Ex-Lover
October 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.
1x26 - Exploding Car; Anti-Bullying Business
October 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.
1x27 - A Dog's Confession?; Flat-Screen Friendship Fiasco
October 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.
1x28 - Euthanized Dogs
October 2, 2014
A woman claims her sheep were attacked by her neighbors dogs.
1x29 - Innocent Man Serving Life Sentence?
October 3, 2014
A woman sues a private investigator after her son is sent to prison.
1x30 - Music Video Mayhem; Ex-Lover Computer Thief?
October 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.
1x31 - Forgery and Fighting; Pregnant and Moving!
October 6, 2014
A woman is accused of forging checks and pawning her ex-boyfriend's chainsaw; A landlord and tenant disagree over an email.
1x32 - Dog Eats Marijuana Candy!; Cupcake Crisis
October 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.
1x33 - Disgusting Clean-Up; Tornado Debris Disaster
October 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.
1x34 - Stealing Water?!; Xbox War!
October 7, 2014
A woman is accused of stealing water from her landlord; A couple argue over the ownership of an Xbox.
1x35 - Criminal Texting?
October 8, 2014
A fallout between friends leads to odd text messages and police involvement.
1x36 - Hovercraft Builder Burn?; Exercise Machine Wars
October 8, 2014
A dispute over a custom built hovercraft; A couple argue over the ownership of exercise equipment.
1x37 - Scamming the System?
October 9, 2014
A dispute over rent between a landlord and ex-tenants.
1x38 - Smog Test Scam?; Teen Money Matters
October 9, 2014
A mechanic is sued by a couple after fixing their car; A lease agreement between college roommates is disputed.
1x39 - Ammo Explodes in Face!
October 10, 2014
A man sues an ammo manufacturer after he claims a defective bullet exploded in his gun causing injury to him.
1x40 - Terrible Nanny; Townhouse Rift
October 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.
1x41 - Tough Love Family; Ill-Fated Roommates
October 13, 2014
A mother and son argue over the re-payment of a credit card bill; An allegation of stolen property comes between roommates.
1x42 - Poisoned Children?; Mustang Family Feud
October 13, 2014
A woman sues her landlord after finding mold in her apartment; A transaction involving a muscle car comes between friends.
1x43 - Driving Blind!; Mother and Son Feud
October 14, 2014
An accident involving an uninsured motorist is discussed; A woman sues her son for unpaid bills.
1x44 - Burned Property Blowout!; Co-Worker War
October 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.
1x45 - Eviction Education!; Gift or a Loan?!
October 15, 2014
A tenant accuses her landlord of sneaking in to her apartment; Ex-lovers disputer over money matters.
1x46 - Handsome Contractor Woes; Parking Sideswipe
October 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.
1x47 - Landlord Tenant Chaos
October 16, 2014
A dispute over property damage is discussed.
1x48 - Ex-Lovers' Battle; Boyfriend Sells Fun!
October 16, 2014
Ex-lovers argue over money matters; A woman sues her ex-boyfriend for loans and unpaid bills.
1x49 - Flooding Damage; Attack in a Dog Park!
October 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.
1x50 - Fishing Trip and a Pit Bull; Landlord Accused of Theft
October 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.
1x51 - Wardrobe Malfunction Mash-Up!; When Cat Lovers Fight
October 20, 2014
An automobile accident occurs while a woman is changing her clothes; Roommates disagree over a pet cat and a rent check payment.
1x52 - Flight From Toxic Health Scare; Church Friends Turned Lovers
October 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.
1x53 - Suicide's Unanswered Questions; Ex-Lovers Trade Blows?
October 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.
1x54 - Misplaced Meth Pipe?; Flirtatious eBay Power Play?
October 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.
1x55 - Casino Payout Gone Bad!; Teen Motorcyclist Test-Drive Crash?
October 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.
1x56 - Last Will & Testament Wedding Drama; Child vs. Adult Bike Race Disaster!
October 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.
1x57 - High-Speed Brake Fail?!; Texts Escalate to Restraining Order
October 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.
1x58 - Emergency Anxiety Meds; World's Best Stepmother?
October 29, 2014
A woman accuses her landlord of going through her personal belongings; A family dispute is brought to court.