Tribunal Justice

A woman's dreams of seeing her 1977 Pontiac Firebird restored to perfection are dashed when it is allegedly painted the wrong color and the upholstery is destroyed.

What starts as a simple repair job on a 20-year-old truck ends with a mechanic's refusal to accept an allegedly stolen engine to use for parts from his non-paying customer.

An emotional support puppy dies after only three days with its new owner. A veteran Yorkie-Maltese breeder and the pet's owner fight over proper care and feeding of this delicate pet.

An off-roading enthusiast takes his Chevy Bronco in for repairs and soon discovers that he is not a priority for the mechanic. After a year of text message excuses, he takes action and seeks justice.

Two childhood friends, a former pro-boxer turned entrepreneur and a graphic designer, accuse each other of business sabotage, betrayal, and unpaid rent as they fight over $13K. Tensions run high requiring intervention from both of the bailiffs.

After a girls' night out, friends discover that they parked illegally. A woman sues for the aggravation of not being paid back fast enough for towing fees and for a $79 pair of shoes.

A disgruntled tenant seeks the $10K court maximum, accusing her landlord of reneging on a deal to sell her mobile home. Allegedly falsified documents and an illegal eviction come into play.

Custom work on a 1969 Mustang for a man's wife takes so long that he is divorced by the time of its near completion. Detailing on the classic car is further complicated by the tragic death of the mechanic's son.

Despite making violent threats in the presence of police, a woman sues for the emotional distress of a 'false' arrest and for bail money. A 'lucky' legal technicality and footage of her outrageous behavior come into play.

A mother of three denies owing a penny to her landlord due to a hazardous living environment citing a non-working bathroom, holes in the floor, and poor air quality. The landlord disputes many of her claims but admits some problems were present when her family moved in.

Muchacho, a Black Angus cow, is slaughtered and a portion is sold to a contractor for $2500. The seller claims the contractor was unhappy with his cut of the meat; the contractor says his half of the cow was never delivered.

An extreme fixer upper in Minnesota is the subject of a heated debate over a tenant's liability for damages. A tour of the $55K house, formerly owned by the sheriff, reveals over $100K in basement damages, frozen pipes and pet waste.

In this two-part episode, a woman sues for loan payback and thousands in emotional distress after her ex-friend refuses to testify on her behalf in a contentious protective order hearing.

A unique working relationship between a carpenter and client devolves into a fight over tools, rent and the personal nature of their business arrangement.

The Judges discover a critical error in a mechanic's defense against thousands allegedly owed to a client who claims he held her car hostage.

A 46-year-old trailer sold for $2500 sparks a legal battle as the buyer claims the seller misrepresented its condition and defrauded him. The Judges must decide whether a refund is owed or if the buyer should have known better than to believe the seller's assurances.

A teacup Yorkie is mauled by a larger dog and dies in its owner's arms. Pet owners fight over liability, the cost of pain and suffering and cremation costs.

A woman sues for thousands in pain and suffering when her contractor turns out to be a handyman with no license who refuses to refund her after a botched attempt at asbestos removal.

A married couple buy a used refrigerator for $600. Angry that it doesn't work, they turn around and sue the seller for $1150 to fix it despite his offers to make things right.

In part two, the trucker demands thousands in lost wages for all the time he wasted haggling over a leased vehicle's repair. He claims all lost revenue would have been used to support his young son's dream of becoming an orthopaedic surgeon.

In part one of this two-part episode, a trucking company owner insists that his vehicle was in good condition before the defendant got his hands on it. The defendant says it was a piece of garbage with never-ending repair costs.

A woman loans her friend money to buy a puppy but then holds the animal ransom until she is paid back; she claims her friend abandoned the animal.

A tenant receiving rental assistance during the pandemic says his landlord illegally raised the rent, violated his rights and bullied him off the property.

A tree-cutting business owner sues for thousands in unpaid services after he cuts down timber and levels stumps. The customer, who refuses to pay, cites messy woodchips galore and the lack of an invoice.

A man must crawl in and out of his SUV hatchback because his new apartment's parking spot is too tiny to exit his vehicle normally. He cites his landlord's misrepresentation of apartment amenities as one of the reasons he stopped paying rent.

A debate over the quality of a home renovation devolves into mud-slinging by a handyman who blames the homeowner and her old house for any problems with his work.

When an all-girls birthday party gets physical, police are called to escort an intoxicated partygoer off the property. She demands payback for trip costs while the birthday girl countersues for a ruined 56th-birthday weekend.

The Judges deliver an unprecedented ruling when a car deal is modified for the seller's unfair gain after payments had started. A woman is accused of taking advantage of a young man's good nature and unfortunate family circumstances.

A man strives to honor his parent's dying wish that their mobility scooters be shared with those in need; he sues for the return of one of the scooters claiming it was not gifted properly.

A landlord evicts long term tenants for reneging on their verbal agreement to maintain his property in exchange for low rent. He claims they left him with over $12K in property damage.

After a 25-year-long relationship, an ex-wife sues her ex-husband for the court maximum of $10K in unpaid personal loans. She alleges that he repossessed a car behind her back, while he insists that he had no choice but to take it after his own car was stolen.

A California skate park that once attracted world competitors goes out of business, leaving partners fighting over thousands left on an unpaid loan.

In part two, a woman sues the same contractor for improper and unfinished work, but the contractor claims he refunded her money and corrected the issue within days. Despite his efforts, she files a no-trespass order against him; the Judges question her motivation.

In part one of this two-part episode, a contracting business is under fire when a married couple sues for shoddy work and unauthorized transactions. A satisfied customer speaks up in defense of the contractor's craft and character.

A landlord is sued for relocation fees after an allegedly illegal eviction. He claims his tenant is a con artist by demanding $30K to relocate.

An experienced roofer in Minnesota suspects he is a victim of fraud when an $8,000 insurance check goes into his clients' pockets instead of his own after he installs their brand new roof.

Divorcees rekindle their relationship and decide to live together again only to end up fighting over deluxe tire rims and wheels. A tragic death in the family and a bankruptcy further complicate the matter.

A man's passionate hobby turns into a contentious battle with an ex-lover over a menagerie of 'pets' including 13 tarantulas, 6 ducks, 6 cats, 2 geckos and a hedgehog.

A 94-year-old woman says her 'thieving contractor' messed with the wrong senior; she goes after him for thousands in unauthorized charges on her credit card.

In a heated battle over attorney fees and personal property, divorcees dispute child visitation, restraining orders and a distrust of small-town governance.

A young defendant storms out of the courtroom during a heated dispute with her ex-girlfriend over vet bills; she insists that payback was on its way until her personal property was held hostage.

A motorcycle enthusiast from Spain hands over $6,000 for a Kawasaki only to discover that the seller never owned it. The Judges are appalled by the defendant's blatant disregard for the law.

A much-anticipated, all-girls trip between former classmates devolves into mudslinging and a lawsuit over trip costs. The plaintiff claims her goodwill 'blessings' to a friend were not meant to be taken literally.

A woman comes home to find that her landlord has allegedly moved her belongings out and his new tenants in. She sues for double her security deposit.

Tragedy strikes when a Great Dane gives birth to a litter of ten puppies and four of them die. The dog's owner cries medical negligence and sues a breeder for the $10K court maximum.

A mentor-mentee relationship between roommates breaks down after a clash over chaotic living, a ‘visiting’ girlfriend, and a ‘surprise’ Rottweiler partial to gnawing on furniture.

An aspiring teacher sues for the $10K court maximum after her boyfriend invites another person to join their open relationship. She discovers that money borrowed for his 'business trip' to Iowa was really being spent on his new love interest.

A man claims his neighbor brutally attacked him and broke his leg in a fight over a parking spot; the Good Samaritan neighbor is detained by police after being accused of brandishing a gun.

A failed music collaboration between longtime friends leads to accusations of theft, deception and misspent investments. A concert promoter alleges that the unauthorized release of the rap video jeopardizes the project's profitability for everyone involved and countersues the plaintiff for damages.

A woman provides a place to stay for a friend of 15 years but must take him to court to collect any rent. She claims he broke house rules and disrespected her boyfriend's sobriety when he brought alcohol into her home.

In a $10,000 lawsuit, a woman takes legal action against her ex-husband claiming he promised to split the cost of a vehicle for their eldest son.

A blind man sues his former caretaker, claiming breach of agreement for living rent-free in exchange for services. The caretaker alleges abuse.

In the wake of a devastating dog attack in Texas, a woman seeks $10K in damages after her Yorkie is torn from her arms and killed. The pit bulls' owner must make a difficult decision regarding the fate of his aggressive animals.

A veteran sues his ex-girlfriend for $10K in stolen money and property claiming she spent his bail money on herself while he sat in jail on drug charges.

In a neighborhood spat, a widow sues her neighbor for unpaid loans her deceased husband provided. She sets the record straight, emphasizing there was no romantic involvement between them.

Wedding disaster strikes when a caterer is a no-show leaving newlyweds and guests without food and sparking a social media feud.

In a $10K court showdown, a couple squares off against their tenants for damages and are met with a countersuit for invasion of privacy and harassment. Their handyman files a separate lawsuit for assault, backed by surveillance footage of several harrowing incidents.

An ex-girlfriend admits to creating a fake dating profile to track her boyfriend in this $10K lawsuit over personal property.

A homeowner faces off against her engineer neighbors in a dispute over a storm-damaged fence, courtesy of trees from their property.

A California couple files a lawsuit against a woman for damages caused by her 14-year-old son, who crashed into their garage door while riding an electric bike.

An Atlanta-based filmmaker seeks damages following a tumultuous shoot marred by empty shelves, a missing bathroom, and the unexpected presence of livestock. The non-profit grocery owner asserts that he had no obligation to read the filmmaker's script or prepare the store for her shoot.

A delivery driver alleges a man totaled her SUV by slamming into it as he exited a parking space. He says he only agreed to pay for her damages because he was frightened and uninsured.

A move from Florida to Alabama is fraught with mishaps from a sweaty-hands couch drop to a washer's alleged bounce down a flight of stairs. A couple sues for damage to their property while a seasoned mover challenges their claims of negligence.

A woman sues a used car salesman over the purchase of a lemon car. She argues she couldn't inspect it due to a once-in-a-lifetime trip to see her mother in Mexico.

A Minnesota woman sues her ex-husband over a $43,000 boat loan co-signed by her late mother for his competitive fishing. He claims the debt was forgiven before her mother's death.

An aspiring high-end realtor alleges she missed out on a million-dollar listing due to a botched braiding job. A young stylist defends her work but ceases all braiding due to stress caused by the incident.

A single mom faces a lawsuit from her child's daycare owner over unpaid fees, sparking a heated clash where accusations of lying about COVID tests add fuel to the fire.

A dog breeder takes extreme measures to intimidate the defendant in a battle to recover payment for a French Bulldog. Shocking audio recordings expose a fabricated police threat and disturbing racist outbursts.

A veteran nutritionist takes legal action against a client who stopped payment for her contracted weight loss services. The client fights back citing claims of body shaming and a pre-existing medical condition.

A woman accuses her landlord of discarding over $4K worth of her personal belongings; he countersues for damages, alleging extortion and fake liens.

A Marine Corps gunner and his wife sue their former handyman for negligence and incomplete work; the handyman countersues for defamation.

A Palm Springs cleaning business owner sues her luxury apartment rental client for $3,000, alleging non-payment and termination without cause.

A woman takes her former friend and contractor to court, asserting that the deck he revamped was not just incomplete but posed a safety risk to her 16-month-old baby. The contractor defends his work, citing budget constraints and insisting it was safe enough for his own five kids.

With the $10K court maximum at stake, business partners face allegations of selling a defective car with tampered mileage.

A woman sues her ex-sugar daddy for unpaid loans, though he claims they're even after giving her over $17K. His estranged wife, child visitation, and firearm issues further complicate the situation.

A Kansas City landlord sues a former friend for breaking a lease and causing extensive damage to his property. He claims to have compelling video evidence that reveals a shocking state of disarray.

A restauranteur sues a Palm Desert resort owner for the court maximum, alleging he used her employees to secure $27K in Covid-relief loans.

A teenage, alcohol-fueled party spirals into a legal battle when a "Fast and Furious" inspired stunt leaves one friend's car totaled and the other behind bars. The defendant, accused of framing her friend for the accident, denies any liability.

A dispute arises between a man and a cleaning company owner regarding a poorly executed deep clean of his rental house, prompting a demand for a refund. Despite incriminating photos, the owner, who was once friends with the client, argues that she went above and beyond to help him.

A woman is suing a dog groomer for $5K, claiming negligence in injuring her pet. The groomer claims she neglected to disclose her dog's behavioral issues.

In part two, tensions rise as the young rider's mother countersues over a $1,200 horse saddle sale, leading to tears and escalating conflict.

In part one of this two-part episode, a woman demands payment for equestrian event fees, disputed due to a child's illness and a contested doctor's note.

A woman files for $5K in damages when her neighbor's 15-year-old son takes an unauthorized joyride in a golf cart and slams into her car.

A woman sues her kitchen remodel subcontractor for $10,000 after alleging shoddy work and an unlicensed practice.

A bounty hunter from Indiana sues a woman for recovery costs after her husband, deemed armed and dangerous, evades court. Denying harboring the fugitive, she accuses the bounty hunter of traumatizing her children during armed confrontations.

A young woman sues her mother for over $5K in loans, exposing the mother's pattern of funneling the money to her unemployed, ex-convict son. The mother argues that her son's criminal record hinders his job prospects and points to money she spent in the past to raise her daughter.

A working student challenges her ex-landlord, alleging that her new studio apartment was a bug-infested nightmare. Armed with real-time texts, she demands a full refund, but the landlord fires back, accusing her of making it all up to ditch the lease.

A 33-year-old woman sues her childhood friend for $2,500 over a car sale after her husband passed away. The defendant is linked to a gas-and-go theft caught on camera, a revoked license, and a police stop regarding her children's safety.

A retired machinist sues his ex-tenant for losses in a model plane venture, alleging a promised $35,000 profit on a $3,500 investment. The defendant cites challenges in selling planes to Florida's 'snowbird' audience.

A classic car enthusiast sues her friend for $10K after a failed restoration of her dream 1952 Desoto. He argues that her tight budget and short timeline were unrealistic.

In part two, despite the grandmother's efforts to keep her grandchildren out of foster care, her granddaughter involves the police and denies owing anything.

In part one of this two-part case, a woman pursues legal action against her teen granddaughter and her boyfriend, seeking the $10K court maximum for unpaid rent and expenses.

The $10K court maximum is at stake when an 82-year-old retired teacher battles his handyman-turned-tenant over unpaid rent and incomplete renovations.

In a heated dispute over an unassigned parking spot, a woman sues her neighbor for damaging her front door, escalating tensions to the point of a restraining order.

In a multi-state class action, two couples sue a South Carolina builder for taking their money but not finishing their greenhouse projects. The builder argues they ended the contracts too soon, while the couples accuse him of outright fraud.

A mother and son seek $20K in damages after a woman rolls through a stop light and crashes their Tesla.

A 63-year-old man sues his ex-fiancée for $10,000, claiming she owes him for an engagement ring. Despite her defense of sentimental value, he argues she should repay him, especially given her quick rebound into marriage with another man.

A 29-year-old man, who was adopted from foster care as a child, takes legal action against his estranged aunt, seeking $10,000 in damages for wrongful eviction and property damage. He claims family dynamics were strained after the death of the woman who adopted him, leading to alleged mistreatment in the years that followed.

A neighbor takes legal action when his outdoor water spigot is vandalized by his neighbor's young grandsons and their friend. The grandsons, ages 10 and 12, take the stand and are faced with a pivotal choice.

A graduation roadtrip spirals into a chaotic drug-fueled crime spree, leading to a legal battle between two teenage girls. Conflicting stories involve a DWI, marijuana possession, an intentional deer collision, and a gripping two-hour high-speed police chase across four counties.

Ex-fiancés' peaceful breakup is tested in court years later, as he demands money for unpaid loans and tools, while she insists the $25,000 buyout settled everything, even if the house is now worth ten times that.

A dream sunroom turns into a construction nightmare when a woman's contractor vanishes mid-job. He blames a streak of bad luck and now faces a $4,500 lawsuit over ruined materials and emotional distress.

A family buys a Honda Civic they can't register or insure and says the seller hid that it was stolen, salvaged and rigged to hide engine issues.

Emotional support animals in a no-pets apartment spark a $10K legal battle between a landlord and his tenant. The landlord claims unpaid rent and property damage; the tenant says he was locked out, spied on and forced to live among fruit flies.

A veteran dog sitter/trainer lost control of a friend's puppy, who escaped and was hit by a car, resulting in leg amputation. The dog owner sued for the $10K court max to pay for veterinary bills and emotional distress.

A Minnesota lakefront deal sinks fast when a man hires someone to sell his pontoon lift, only to learn it was secretly sold, the cash pocketed and the job left unfinished.

A Detroit home is hit by fire, a fallen tree and repeated thefts... only to be demolished as a community eyesore. The owner blames a family friend for a cleanup and sues him for $3K in city fines as well as pain and suffering.

A landlord demands $4,800 in rent and utilities but her former tenant says he did housework for free and was never told the rules were changing. After getting served at work and hit with angry texts, he claims emotional distress and insists he owes far less.

A routine salon visit spirals into a $9K legal clash when a woman claims a botched dye job triggered a severe allergic reaction. The stylist fires back with a countersuit over damaging online reviews.

When fundraising money for a youth football team goes missing, an assistant coach and three moms accuse the so-called "team mom" of embezzling $9,000. She denies all charges and fires back with a $10K defamation countersuit.

After nine years with dreadlocks, a man experiences a spiritual awakening and visits a barber to cut them off. The transformation turned traumatic when he lands in the ER with scalp abrasions. Claiming dirty tools were to blame, he sued the barber for over $9,000 for his injuries.

When a French bulldog is found dead in his own yard, his grieving owner alleges the neighbors' dogs are responsible for the fatal mauling. They deny any role in the attack but photos, vet reports and prior incidents paint a disturbing picture.

Forced from home at 13, a man is sued by his mother for alleged loans and legal fees, which he insists were gifts. He countersues, claiming she broke a promise to house his family, leaving them homeless.

In part two, the defense fires back with Ring-camera footage, restraining order drama and a claim that the entire case is built on lies from a serial accuser.

In part one of this short-lived housing horror, a woman sues her ex-landlord over a trial lease that went off the rails ending in non-stop texts, harassment and emotional distress.

A lease dispute between childhood best friends turns personal over a drunken New Year's Eve altercation, a missed funeral and a text to one of their moms that crossed the line.

A funeral turns into a family feud when a woman sues her cousins for defacing their beloved grandmother's coffin. They claim she hijacked the service leaving them no choice but to say goodbye their own way.

A woman takes in her longtime mechanic during his separation but after a short-lived romance, she sues him for unpaid bills and missing belongings. He says it was all a gift.

After a messy breakup with her mini-mall tenant, a woman sues for nearly $9,000 while the tenant claims she was constructively evicted by the plaintiff's husband and handed a master key that opened her neighbor's shop.

A $7 lip wax sparks a $10 lawsuit, down from the $230,000 originally demanded. A botched salon visit allegedly left an aesthetician with 2nd degree burns and unable to work a high-paying beauty industry job.

A woman facing financial hardship breaks down in court after losing two sentimental rings to a pawn shop. She calls the police claiming she was blocked from buying them back, while the owner says she just didn't pay.

A backyard hot tub turns into a $10K battle after a therapist claims the unlicensed builder botched the job, broke the warranty and kept asking for extra money to buy land in El Salvador.

A buyer's grief turns to legal action after her Doberman puppy is euthanized, claiming the breeder concealed a fatal illness, igniting a contentious dispute over a "no-refund" contract. The breeder countersues for elder abuse and emotional distress.

After losing 100 pounds and surviving a mini-stroke, a man orders a one-of-a-kind table to celebrate. But when the finish isn't perfect, he allegedly breaks into the store, takes the piece from the workshop and now faces an $8,000 lawsuit for theft and damages.

After spotting a diamond ring on the ground, two longtime friends disagree on what happened next. He says he trusted her to appraise it, while she says it was a gift. Now he's suing for $10K.

A new homeowner hires a gravel man to fix her driveway, only to end up in court when he knocks down her power lines and sparks an explosion.

An art entrepreneur launches a paint-and-sip pop-up inside a secondhand store but when rent goes unpaid, the store owner sues for $6,250 over lost income. The artist blames strict rules, surveillance and no bathroom access for killing her business.

Aunt and niece face off in court after a weave goes wrong, with the aunt demanding $755 for bad hair, stress and a new stylist. The niece says the problem wasn't her work but the low-grade hair her aunt purchased and all the drama that came with it.

In part two, a surprise witness, the original plumber, takes the stand with evidence of a major obstruction the seller allegedly left out of the paperwork, raising questions about their transparency and intent.

In part one of this high-stakes two-part case, a couple sues the retired sellers of their dream home for $10K, claiming a hidden sewer disaster flooded their basement and was fraudulently concealed.

The creator of a YouTube talk show sues a media consultant for $5,800, claiming he failed to deliver on his promises. He argues that she took full advantage of his services and only asked for a refund after her merchandise was stolen and her budget fell apart.

A landlord sues her former tenant, alleging his dog caused extensive urine damage to newly installed luxury flooring. He fires back, claiming the floors were already flawed. An expert witness weighs in.

An elderly woman gives a handyman $750 to help her move across California, but after two no-shows and radio silence, she had to hire someone else. Now she's demanding her money back, while he says she was never charged.

Fearing his daughter would be taken out of state, a father says he loaned his ex thousands to help her buy a house and stay nearby. She says the money was a gift and countersues for $10K, accusing him of spreading lies with a false CPS report.

After 24 years, a former pizza manager is sued by the chain's founder for unpaid fees and taxes, but he argues the inherited debt and a COVID closure mean he owes nothing for a failed deal.

A couple pays $800 at a yard sale for a massive bin to build a DIY backyard "Bin-Zebo," but the seller never delivers. After delays, ignored texts and a political jab about the election, they're suing for the bin or their money back.

A couple's urgent move out of state to find work leads to a lease swap with a former coworker who now refuses to pay. She accuses the couple of pressuring her to sign a costly contract.

After reconnecting at a funeral, two women who were once like family, take a Caribbean cruise together but only one of them pays for it. Now she's suing for $5,000, while the other says she was pressured, misled and already paid more than she owed.

A limo company owner and former chauffeur to Donald Trump, sues a Facebook group moderator for $5K, claiming viral false posts accusing him of drunk driving ruined his reputation and cost him business.

A missing superbike and a year of silence lead a motorcycle club rider to sue a mechanic for $10k. An expert witness and champion racer Parker Pitman weighs in on the bike's real value and condition.

After two weeks of living together, a woman reports that her new friend damaged her property and left a cell phone bill unpaid. He states that he was struggling with addiction and grief, denies causing the damage and says he paid his share.

A family getaway to Croatia unravels into a $10K lawsuit after a blow-up leads to canceled return flights, rental car chaos and three women stranded overseas.

A once-beloved party bus allegedly turned cat sanctuary gets sold as junk, sparking a $5,000 feud between a nephew and his uncle, who says it held years of memories with his late sister.

A powerhouse real estate agent sues for the $10K court max after investing in upgrades to sell a grieving senior's property, only to be accused of elder abuse and compensation when the home was relisted at a higher price.

A grieving girlfriend fronts cash to spring her boyfriend's car out of repo and expects to be paid back. After physical assaults, career resentment and a messy breakup, he says the deal's off and he owes her nothing.

A nurse buys a Persian kitten from an 18-year-old, only to discover the vet records were incomplete and that the cat was sick, spreading infection to her household. She sues for $5K, while the teen, who filed a police report offer the dispute, denies wrongdoing and countersues for $10K.

A shocking video shows a woman hurling bricks at her neighbor's car. She claims the real threat came from the neighbor who later jumped her with her adult daughter in a violent assault.

After a freak hailstorm delays a renovation project, a homeowner sues his contractor for ghosting him mid-job. The contractor says he thought he was fired and moved on.

They met at a dog park, survived brain illness, breakups and planned a dream cruise, until a solo Vegas trip ended everything. Now she's suing for the trip refund, while he countersues for back rent, emotional distress and invasion of privacy.

A woman hits her neighbor's parked car, sparking a no-insurance dispute that erupts in court. The driver is thrown out twice and the plaintiff is accused of lying to police.