Hot Bench

Top Cast

Sonia Montejano as Self - Bailiff
Michael Corriero as Self - Judge
Tanya Acker as Self - Judge
Patricia DiMango as Self - Judge
Rachel Juarez as Self - Judge
Yodit Tewolde as Self - Judge
Larry Bakman as Self - Judge

Seasons

Season 1 (2014) - (60 Episodes)

Season 8 (2021) - (170 Episodes)

Season 9 (2022) - (182 Episodes)

Season 10 (2023) - (23 Episodes)

Season 11 (2024) - (108 Episodes)

Season 1 (2014)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Service Dog Tearjerker (2014-09-15)

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.
Ep. 2: Turn Lane Collision!; Tiny Toilet Turmoil (2014-09-15)

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.
Ep. 3: Beauty School Hazing? (2014-09-16)

A dispute between a teacher and a student of a beauty school is settled.
Ep. 4: Mansion Madness; Firefighter Hero Sued by Ex (2014-09-16)

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.
Ep. 5: Devastated Daddy at Baby Girl's Party; Pit Bull vs. Chihuahua! (2014-09-17)

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.
Ep. 6: Kidnapping and Abuse Claims; Pimp Mobile for an 11-Year-Old? (2014-09-17)

Allegations of child abuse and kidnap are discussed in court between a divorced couple. Later, a botched custom bike design is disputed.
Ep. 7: Marijuana Test-Drive Drama; Player Hater Vandalism! (2014-09-18)

A teen is accused of using illegal drugs during a test drive. Also, a woman is accused of vandalizing her lover's car.
Ep. 8: The Very Odd Couple; Stolen Skateboard Ethics (2014-09-18)

A man seeks reparations after his property is damaged by a boarder. Also: A missing skateboard causes contention between friends.
Ep. 9: Africa Trip Fallout; When Bed Bugs Bite! (2014-09-19)

Disputes are raised over a trip to Africa. Later, a woman accuses her roommate of a bedbug infestation.
Ep. 10: BB Gun and Paternity Test; Three-Car Pile-Up! (2014-09-19)

An incident a loaded BB gun leads to a paternity test. Also: a dispute over a traffic collision is discussed.
Ep. 11: Racial Slurs and Bigotry; Homeless Widow Woes (2014-09-22)

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.
Ep. 12: Female Boxer vs. Trainer (2014-09-22)

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.
Ep. 13: Murder Tears Family Apart (2014-09-23)

A widow who became a victims' advocate accuses her own son of assaulting her during a fight over their family home.
Ep. 14: Self-Made Landlord After Murder!; White Picket Fence Wipeout! (2014-09-23)

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.
Ep. 15: Illegal Scooter Rams Mustang; Doggie Haircut Disaster (2014-09-24)

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.
Ep. 16: Workplace Romance Drama; Punched and Maced! (2014-09-24)

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.
Ep. 17: Love for Sale?; Online Gambling Loans? (2014-09-25)

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.
Ep. 18: Grandmother Mayhem; Medical Marijuana Delivery (2014-09-25)

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.
Ep. 19: Gang-Related Threats (2014-09-26)

Illegal gang activity causes a lease dispute between a renter and her landlord.
Ep. 20: Rock Throwing and Harassment!; Ex-Lovers Disinterest Rate (2014-09-26)

A child is accused of throwing a rock at a rental car. Later, a dispute is caused over a high-interest loan.
Ep. 21: DUI With a Child in the Car (2014-09-29)

A call to the police is the cause for a dispute between a couple.
Ep. 22: Pitbull vs. Chihuahua; Love and Liability (2014-09-29)

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.
Ep. 23: Dating, Damage and Drama; Live-In Lizard? (2014-09-30)

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.
Ep. 24: Tweener Instagram Fashion Fail; Hair Salon Drama (2014-09-30)

An online discount causes discord between a woman and a hair salon; ex-lovers contend with one another over salon supplies.
Ep. 25: Gossip Traded for Cash; Taunting an Ex-Lover (2014-10-01)

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.
Ep. 26: Exploding Car; Anti-Bullying Business (2014-10-01)

A mechanic is sued after a car blows up on the highway; a dispute arises over screen printer services for an anti-bullying organization.
Ep. 27: A Dog's Confession?; Flat-Screen Friendship Fiasco (2014-10-02)

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.
Ep. 28: Euthanized Dogs (2014-10-02)

A woman claims her sheep were attacked by her neighbors dogs.
Ep. 29: Innocent Man Serving Life Sentence? (2014-10-03)

A woman sues a private investigator after her son is sent to prison.
Ep. 30: Music Video Mayhem; Ex-Lover Computer Thief? (2014-10-03)

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.
Ep. 31: Forgery and Fighting; Pregnant and Moving! (2014-10-06)

A woman is accused of forging checks and pawning her ex-boyfriend's chainsaw; A landlord and tenant disagree over an email.
Ep. 32: Dog Eats Marijuana Candy!; Cupcake Crisis (2014-10-06)

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.
Ep. 33: Disgusting Clean-Up; Tornado Debris Disaster (2014-10-07)

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.
Ep. 34: Stealing Water?!; Xbox War! (2014-10-07)

A woman is accused of stealing water from her landlord; A couple argue over the ownership of an Xbox.
Ep. 35: Criminal Texting? (2014-10-08)

A fallout between friends leads to odd text messages and police involvement.
Ep. 36: Hovercraft Builder Burn?; Exercise Machine Wars (2014-10-08)

A dispute over a custom built hovercraft; A couple argue over the ownership of exercise equipment.
Ep. 37: Scamming the System? (2014-10-09)

A dispute over rent between a landlord and ex-tenants.
Ep. 38: Smog Test Scam?; Teen Money Matters (2014-10-09)

A mechanic is sued by a couple after fixing their car; A lease agreement between college roommates is disputed.
Ep. 39: Ammo Explodes in Face! (2014-10-10)

A man sues an ammo manufacturer after he claims a defective bullet exploded in his gun causing injury to him.
Ep. 40: Terrible Nanny; Townhouse Rift (2014-10-10)

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.
Ep. 41: Tough Love Family; Ill-Fated Roommates (2014-10-13)

A mother and son argue over the re-payment of a credit card bill; An allegation of stolen property comes between roommates.
Ep. 42: Poisoned Children?; Mustang Family Feud (2014-10-13)

A woman sues her landlord after finding mold in her apartment; A transaction involving a muscle car comes between friends.
Ep. 43: Driving Blind!; Mother and Son Feud (2014-10-14)

An accident involving an uninsured motorist is discussed; A woman sues her son for unpaid bills.
Ep. 44: Burned Property Blowout!; Co-Worker War (2014-10-14)

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.
Ep. 45: Eviction Education!; Gift or a Loan?! (2014-10-15)

A tenant accuses her landlord of sneaking in to her apartment; Ex-lovers disputer over money matters.
Ep. 46: Handsome Contractor Woes; Parking Sideswipe (2014-10-15)

A handyman is sued after not completing a cabinet project he was paid for; Neighbors dispute over an accident involving a parked car.
Ep. 47: Landlord Tenant Chaos (2014-10-16)

A dispute over property damage is discussed.
Ep. 48: Ex-Lovers' Battle; Boyfriend Sells Fun! (2014-10-16)

Ex-lovers argue over money matters; A woman sues her ex-boyfriend for loans and unpaid bills.
Ep. 49: Flooding Damage; Attack in a Dog Park! (2014-10-17)

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.
Ep. 50: Fishing Trip and a Pit Bull; Landlord Accused of Theft (2014-10-17)

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.
Ep. 51: Wardrobe Malfunction Mash-Up!; When Cat Lovers Fight (2014-10-20)

An automobile accident occurs while a woman is changing her clothes; Roommates disagree over a pet cat and a rent check payment.
Ep. 52: Flight From Toxic Health Scare; Church Friends Turned Lovers (2014-10-21)

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.
Ep. 53: Suicide's Unanswered Questions; Ex-Lovers Trade Blows? (2014-10-22)

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.
Ep. 54: Misplaced Meth Pipe?; Flirtatious eBay Power Play? (2014-10-23)

A man sues his ex-girlfriend after claiming she left drug paraphernalia in his car; An online auction for a model airplane is disputed.
Ep. 55: Casino Payout Gone Bad!; Teen Motorcyclist Test-Drive Crash? (2014-10-24)

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.
Ep. 56: Last Will & Testament Wedding Drama; Child vs. Adult Bike Race Disaster! (2014-10-27)

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.
Ep. 57: High-Speed Brake Fail?!; Texts Escalate to Restraining Order (2014-10-28)

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.
Ep. 58: Emergency Anxiety Meds; World's Best Stepmother? (2014-10-29)

A woman accuses her landlord of going through her personal belongings; A family dispute is brought to court.
Ep. 59: Come to Court With Clean Hands!; Hookah Lounge Fallout (2014-10-30)

Ex-roommates argue over rental agreement; a motor vehicle accident including a wild night out and a collision with a rock is discussed.
Ep. 60: Explicit Photos Lure Vietnam Vet?; I Don't Flirt With Short Women! (2014-10-30)

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.