The People’s Court Podcast

First, the plaintiff loaned his TV to the defendant and claims he broke it and refuses to pay for it. He is suing for the damages. Confused, the defendant says he paid for the TV, and the reason he is being sued is because he refused to lend the plaintiff money for a tattoo. Then, the plaintiffs purchased a puppy from the defendants but returned her a few days later when she became sick. They are suing for a refund. The defendants argue that the puppy was perfectly healthy at the time of purchase and accuse the plaintiffs of abuse. Plus, the plaintiff says the defendant, his late mother’s neighbor, stole an antique from him. He is suing for its value. The defendant maintains it was a gift. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff claims the defendant, her ex-girlfriend, changed the locks on the apartment that they share and stole her belongings. She is suing for the cost of her property. The defendant argues that she was forced to put a restraining order on the plaintiff after an altercation, and the plaintiff failed to retrieve her belongings within the allotted time. She is countersuing for hospital bills and pain and suffering. Then, the plaintiff bought tickets to an event put on by the defendant but was turned away at the door because it was oversold. She is suing for the price of her tickets. The defendant claims refunds were offered for a two-week window, but the plaintiff failed to reach out to him in time. Plus, the plaintiffs gave the defendant a deposit on a house they wanted to rent before they realized it was in the direct path of Hurricane Sandy. They claim the defendant ignored their request for a mold inspection, so they decided not to go through with the lease. They are suing for the return of their deposit. The defendant claims he was never asked for a mold inspection and the plaintiffs simply backed out of the deal. He is countersuing for one month’s rent. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff hired the defendant’s limo company for him and his family to go out for dinner and a show. The plaintiff claims the defendant showed up two hours late in a smelly limo, causing them to miss their plans. He is suing for the cost of the limo services, the tickets for the show, a pair of pants damaged by the limo, and the fare for the cab home because they were left stranded. Then, the plaintiff rented an apartment to the defendant who he thought was a nice girl, but he claims she turned out to be a party girl and pothead. He is suing for property damage and rent. The defendant says the apartment was infested with rats and roaches, and he constantly harassed her about her whereabouts. She is countersuing for the return of rent and partial security deposit. Plus, the plaintiff claims the defendant, her ex-boyfriend, stole then totaled her car. She is suing for the damages. The defendant claims the accident was not his fault. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff was a member of the defendant’s pole dancing studio. During a class, her toe got stuck in the floorboard, causing her to lose a toenail. She is suing for her medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and an inappropriately charged dance fee. Then, on the way to work, the plaintiff was rear-ended by the defendant. He is now suing for the decreased value of his car. The defendant claims that this is an attempt to get more money out of the situation, arguing that the dispute has already been settled with her insurance company. Plus, the plaintiff brought his computer to the defendant for repairs. The plaintiff claims when he came back to collect it, no repairs had been made, and the defendant demanded additional pay to complete the job and return his computer. He is suing for the cost of his computer. The defendant says the plaintiff is paranoid, accusing him of planting a chip in his computer. The defendant also alleges that the plaintiff never paid the initial cost of the repair, so he’s countersuing. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, his former girlfriend, damaged the outside door to his basement and took some of his belongings. He is suing for the cost of the property damage and the missing items. The defendant claims he locked her out of the house while she was in her pajamas, and when she called the police, she was told to go through the basement door. She is countersuing for lost wages, claiming he got her fired out of spite. Then, the plaintiffs, a couple, claim their former landlord didn’t allow them to retrieve their belongings after a hurricane forced them to evacuate. They’re suing for the personal property. The defendant denies owing. Plus, after a fender bender in a grocery store parking lot, the plaintiffs are suing the defendant for their insurance deductible and attorney fees. The defendant claims she was not at fault and neither car had been damaged, so they decided not to call the police. She is convinced the plaintiffs are running a scam. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff loaned his girlfriend money with the stipulation that she would pay him back within two weeks. However, he soon discovered she had cheated on him before disappearing without paying him back. He is suing for the unpaid loan. The defendant claims the plaintiff owed her for damaged property, and the loan he claims he gave her was actually the payment, just put toward a car. Then, the plaintiff bought a truck from the defendant, only to find out after that the defendant didn’t have the rights to sell it. He can’t use it now due to an injury, and can’t sell it because of issues with the title, so he’s suing the defendant for the money he spent on the vehicle. The defendant claims he was only informed of issues with the title a year later, but did offer to fix it, which the plaintiff did not take him up on. Plus, the plaintiff runs a medical transport company that takes cancer patients to and from the hospital. The defendant worked for him, but when he left the job, he took five uniforms with him and left the plaintiff with an outstanding traffic ticket. He’s suing to get his money back. The defendant says he was never told to return the used clothing he was given for the job, and also never ran a red light or got a ticket on the job. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant trespassed onto his property after he trimmed some bushes and called him offensive names and even admitted it to the cops. He got an order of protection against her and is suing for harassment. The defendant claims the plaintiff is the one harassing her and even caused her pig to die by putting toxic chemicals on his bushes. Then, the plaintiff loaned his girlfriend some money but has had a hard time getting paid back since they’ve broken up. He’s suing to get his money back. The defendant says the plaintiff was going through a divorce when they were dating and offered to pay for a portion of rent on an apartment for her. It was only ever a gift, and she doesn’t owe him anything. Plus, the plaintiff says she was hired by the defendant to be his assistant on a documentary he was filming in Maine. She soon got the sense the film wasn’t actually happening, and the defendant just wanted a woman to travel with him. She’s suing to get the money she’s owed for taking up the job. The defendant says the plaintiff joined him on location scouting and other film tasks, spoke to potential participants, and is padding the number of hours she worked for him. Besides, he was just a supervisor, not the one who hired her. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says he gave the defendant a loan for a new TV and baby supplies. The defendant failed to pay it back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff offered to give him the TV to get with his cousin. Then, the plaintiff claims he found an apartment for the defendant, but he hasn’t paid him his commission fee, so he’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff doesn’t deserve the commission. Plus, the plaintiff brought his car to the defendant’s shop for a new transmission. However, the vehicle now needs a new transmission because of the defendant’s awful work, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the transmission was fine. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff, a real estate agent, found a house for the defendant to rent. However, the defendant stopped payment on the plaintiff’s commission check, so she’s suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff said she would waive the fee. Then, the plaintiff went to college with the defendant. The plaintiff claims the defendant stole her money for a shady business deal, so she’s suing. The defendant says he was also scammed out of the money, so he’s not responsible. Plus, the plaintiff bought a vehicle from the defendant, but it was a piece of junk. The defendant promised to return the deposit but never did, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff returned the car, and he resold it. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff ordered a handmade custom leather jacket from the defendant, but when it came, she found it was several sizes too large for her! She tried to contact the defendant for a redo, but he refused to help, so she’s suing for the money she spent. The defendant says he’s worked with big names and had offered to adjust the plaintiff’s jacket for her. She was nothing but problems for the defendant, who believes he did everything he could for her. Then, the plaintiff bought a car from the defendant, who claimed it ran perfectly. However, the car turned out to be a piece of junk, and the plaintiff is suing for his money back. The defendant says he sold the car to the plaintiff, only to get an angry call from his mother a few hours later claiming the plaintiff had taken money from her in order to buy the car. He gave the plaintiff a receipt that clearly states, “no refunds,” and a sale is a sale. Plus, the plaintiff gave the defendant a deposit on an apartment and brought his wife later that day to see the place. She didn’t like it and they decided to live elsewhere. However, the defendant refuses to give the deposit back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the agreement was for immediate occupancy, and the plaintiff had moved some cleaning supplies in, so there is no space for a refund. The defendant is countersuing for lost rent and travel expenses. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff was heading to her brand-new car after a night with friends when she noticed the defendant drunkenly standing by the vehicle. She claims he scratched the car in his drunken state and is suing for damages. The defendant claims the scratches were already there and not caused by him like the plaintiff argues. Then, the plaintiff says she’s having a hard time getting the defendant to reimburse her for vet bills after the defendant’s dog attacked hers, causing damage. She is suing to get her money back. The defendant argues there is no evidence that her dog attacked the plaintiff’s dog and doesn’t think she owes anything. Plus, the plaintiff rented a place from the defendants but found it was unlivable before moving in. When she asked for her down payment back, the defendants refused, claiming they’d already spent the money. She is suing for her money back. The defendants don’t understand why the plaintiff had a sudden change of heart when it came to moving into the unit. They believe that since it was her duty to move in after paying for it, the issue is on her, not them. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, her boyfriend’s ex-girlfriend, is crazy. She claims the ex attacked her car, breaking a windshield, and is suing her for the damages. The defendant admits to attacking the car, but it was because the ex-boyfriend had taken her child and locked himself in the car. She wasn’t charged for anything by the police due to the situation, so if anyone should pay for damages, it should be the man. Then, the plaintiff bought an antique lamp from the defendant, who packed it, insured it, and sent it on its way to the plaintiff. When it arrived to him, however, it was smashed to pieces. He says it was due to the defendant’s poor packing of the antique item, so he’s suing to get his money back. The defendant says he watched the lamp get packaged perfectly, and thinks the plaintiff is trying to hide something about the lamp. He says the plaintiff won’t bring up the person who signed for the package. Plus, the plaintiff bought a car from the defendant, but it turns out the vehicle can’t pass an inspection to be street safe. This information was not disclosed to the plaintiff beforehand, and he’s been forced to take the bus while the car sits on the street collecting dust. He’s suing for his money back. The defendant says the plaintiff came to check out the car with his mechanic, who said it was in good shape. He only came back a month later complaining he was sold a lemon, but the defendant told him there was nothing he could do about it. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says he put down $2,000 on a car and financed the rest, and the next thing he knew the car was being repossessed because his loan was denied. Now the defendant won’t return his deposit, so the plaintiff is suing him for it. The defendant says he should have followed his gut and refused to do business with the plaintiff, as the guy canceled his insurance on the car right after getting it. Since the bank couldn’t verify his credit information, the defendant had the deal canceled. Then, the plaintiff says she rented a place from the defendant, only to have the water cooler leak and destroy the floors. The insurance company sent the defendant a check to repair the damages, but the defendant never did. On top of that, the plaintiff was then evicted and has yet to get her security deposit back, so she’s suing the defendant. The defendant says the plaintiff never gave him a security deposit and is just trying to get the insurance money. Plus, the plaintiff purchased a 10-day doggy day care package from the defendant, only to learn partway into it that her dog was banned from the program for bad behavior. Now she can’t seem to get her money back for the unused days and is suing the defendant to get it back. The defendant says the plaintiff’s dog was a danger to other dogs in her care, but she did return the money for the unused days, so she owes nothing. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff, a singer, says the defendant, a promoter, hired him for a performance but hasn’t yet paid him, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the performance in question was a promotional show, and he told the plaintiff there was no pay involved. Besides, the defendant argues the plaintiff isn’t even a good singer. Then, the plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant, but he refuses to return her security deposit, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff only gave him three days’ notice, and she painted the walls bright colors. The deposit was used to repaint the home. Plus, the plaintiff bought a vehicle from the defendant, her cousin, but it had a million problems and didn’t pass inspection. The plaintiff is suing for cost of repairing the car. The defendant argues he sold the vehicle for half price. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff has been friends with the defendant since he was 4. However, the plaintiff alleges the defendant crashed his motorcycle but won’t pay for repairs, so he’s suing. The defendant admits the motorcycle tipped a little, but the plaintiff is suing for way more than he owes. The defendant is countersuing for missing property. Then, the plaintiff claims she had her property staked by a surveyor, but the defendant, her neighbor, removed them. The plaintiff is suing for the cost of a new surveyor. The defendant insists the stakes were placed on his property. He had every right to remove them. Plus, the plaintiff claims the defendant, his landlord, wrongfully withheld his security deposit, so he’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff left the home in dirty condition, so he denies owing a dime. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff did lawn maintenance on the defendant’s properties. He is suing for the money owed from his services. The defendant says he told the plaintiff he was unhappy with his work and feels he owes him nothing. Then, the plaintiff and the defendant were roommates when the plaintiff loaned him money. He is now suing his ex-roommate for the money loaned. The defendant claims he was making payments until the defendant became impatient and broke into his room to retrieve his dog and lock it outside in the cold. Plus, the plaintiff sold her van to the defendant and says the defendant agreed to pay extra for the DVD player she recently had installed in it. She is suing for the additional cost. The defendant claims the van was a lemon, and she is countersuing for the cost of parts and repairs. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says he was driving when the cars in front of him came to a sudden stop because of a pig in the road. He is suing for the damages to his car, a ticket he was issued, and increased insurance rates. The defendant, the owner of the pig, claims the pig was not in the road and neither is responsible. Then, the plaintiff claims he rented from the defendant, who didn’t own the house he was taking rent and security for. He is suing for rent. The defendant claims he had a rent-to-own deal with the owner of the home, and he was just as surprised as the plaintiff when they came home to their stuff on the curb. Plus, the plaintiff is suing her ex-boyfriend for money she loaned him throughout their relationship. The defendant claims he’s made payments to the plaintiff since they broke up, and she is only suing because she is mad at him for breaking things off. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiffs, a father and son, are suing the son’s friend and his father for a broken phone. The defendants refuse to take responsibility for the damages. Then, the plaintiff says her landlord, the defendant, refuses to return her security deposit because she claims she ruined the place. The plaintiff denies any damage and is suing for the cost of her security deposit. Plus, the plaintiff says he was driving down the road when the defendant backed out of his driveway and smacked directly into him. When he asked the defendant for his insurance information, he refused. He is now suing the careless driver for the cost of the repairs to his vehicle. The defendant claims the plaintiff hit him, and the police and insurance company agree. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, her ex, refuses to release her belongings to her. She claims he cheated on her with the girlfriend of a couple they shared a house with. The defendant does not deny cheating but maintains that he does not have her stuff. She is suing for the value of her possessions. Then, the plaintiff says she sold a couch to the defendant, who stopped making payments once she had it in her possession. She is suing for the money owed on the couch. The defendant claims the couch was in terrible condition, and the plaintiff refuses to take the couch back. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff has been friends with the defendant for over a decade. After being stranded on the ocean for three hours in a boat he bought from the defendant, he is now suing for the money he spent. Then, the plaintiffs say the defendant’s friends backed their car into their BMW, denting the door. The defendant promised to pay for the damages but has been giving them the runaround. They are suing for the cost of a new door. Plus, the plaintiff says he rented an apartment from the defendant, and she would shut the furnace off to save money and forget to turn it back on. He moved out and is now suing for the return of his security deposit. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff met the defendant on an online dating site and ended up loaning him money for new teeth. She claims once he got his new teeth, he cheated on her with another woman. He now refuses to pay her back, so she is suing for the money she spent on the dental work, as well as a roasting and frying pan he stole. Then, the plaintiff hired the defendant’s car service to take him and his girlfriend to the airport. They were going on a vacation to Portugal but missed their flight because the defendant’s driver arrived late. He is suing for the cost of their flight change fees. Plus, the plaintiff says she agreed to rent an apartment from the defendant, who promised her he’d put in new floors and make other necessary repairs before she moved in. He failed to do the repairs, and the plaintiff argues the apartment was in worse shape than when she originally saw it. She is suing for a refund on her deposit. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says she purchased a truck for a young man who worked for her, but he ended up taking off with the vehicle and was never heard from again. The man she bought the car from, the defendant, made himself the leaseholder. She believes the defendant should be held responsible, so she is suing for the money she is owed. Then, the plaintiff says he brought his brand-new phone to the defendant’s repair shop to have the cracked screen replaced, but the guy crazy-glued the new screen on. He is suing for the cost of a new phone. Plus, the plaintiff says she rented an apartment from the defendant, and it was supposed to be a smoke-free house. Yet the very first night she slept there, she smelled smoke. She found out the tenant across the hall was a smoker. The plaintiff’s son has asthma, so she was forced to move out. She is suing for a refund on her rent and security deposit. The defendant maintains that the plaintiff knew about her neighbor’s habit and is countersuing for lost rent. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant knocked over her computer into water, so she’s suing for repairs. The defendant insists she didn’t knock over the computer. It just fell. Then, the plaintiff says he arranged a car deal with the defendant and gave him money, but it was called off, so the plaintiff is suing for the return of cash he already put down. The defendant argues the plaintiff is the one who called off the deal, and everyone knows deposits are not refundable. Plus, the plaintiff signed a lease for an apartment the defendant was renting. However, there was no stove or refrigerator, so the plaintiff had to move out. She’s suing for the return of the money she put down on the home. The defendant claims he was upfront about the appliances. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant backed into his car, damaged it, and took off, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff was illegally parked, and she only lightly tapped the vehicle. Then, the plaintiff purchased an engagement ring from the defendant but found out it was fake, so he’s suing. The defendant says he was upfront with the plaintiff that it was a lab diamond. Plus, the plaintiffs bought a puppy from the defendant, but one week later, the animal died, so they’re suing. The defendant insists he didn’t do anything to cause the puppy to get sick. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant and learned it was a haven for pot smokers. The plaintiff had to move out, but the defendant won’t return her security, so she’s suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff kept rotten trash in her apartment, and he has every right to keep her security. The defendant is countersuing for additional repairs. The plaintiff bought the defendant a phone and added him to her bill. However, the defendant hasn’t paid her back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he doesn’t owe the plaintiff a dime because the plaintiff shut off the phone. The plaintiff hired and paid the defendant to replace a window, but he never showed up to do the work, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says he used the money to order the window, and he told the plaintiff she would have to wait a few weeks before he could get to the job. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says her dog was outside and tied up when the defendant’s pit bulls attacked her beloved pet. The plaintiff is suing for vet bills. The defendant argues he paid the vet bills in full already, so he doesn’t understand why the plaintiff filed this lawsuit. Then, the plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant. However, he’s making up damages so he doesn’t have to give her back her security deposit, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff ensured him the apartment was in perfect condition, but it was filthy, so he has every right to keep her security. Plus, the plaintiff purchased a motorcycle from the defendant, but he misrepresented the condition of the bike, so the plaintiff is suing for the cost it’s going to take to repair it. The defendant insists he told the plaintiff the bike needed work. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff claims her neighbor, the defendant, maliciously cut the trees that line her property and dumped the debris at her front door, so she’s suing. The defendant says the plaintiff’s trees ruin her property, but the plaintiff never does anything about it. Therefore, the defendant is countersuing for carpet and driveway cleaning. Then, the plaintiff has known the defendant for decades. The plaintiff loaned the defendant some money, but she hasn’t paid him back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the money was a gift because they were talking and chilling. Plus, the plaintiffs say the defendant repaired the transmission on their car, but it wasn’t properly fixed, so they’re suing. The defendant argues the plaintiffs abused the car and drove it when it was leaking oil. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff hired the defendant to carve a tree into an elephant, but his saw broke. The defendant told her he’d come back and finish the job, but he never did, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he did everything the plaintiff asked, and she called months later asking for her money back. Then, the plaintiff purchased a loveseat from the defendant’s store, but he strained a muscle because the pillows weren’t stuffed right. The plaintiff is suing for a refund. The defendant argues he had a technician fix the chair for him at no charge, but there’s no pleasing this guy. Plus, the plaintiff gave the defendant’s agency a fee to find her a room to rent, but they sent her to terrible places. The plaintiff is suing for her money back. The defendant argues this lawsuit is bogus, and his fee is nonrefundable. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff booked some space for the defendant to throw a party, but the guy illegally served alcohol. Police officers raided and shut the party down. The defendant hasn’t yet paid for the rental, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff promised him the party wouldn’t get shut down. He also allegedly promised he’d get a bar license to sell alcohol. Then, the plaintiff was walking her dog when the defendant ran over her beloved pet, so she’s suing for vet bills. The defendant says he never saw the dog, and he claims it was the plaintiff’s fault. Plus, the plaintiff moved into the defendants’ apartment and was told she only had to give one week’s notice. The plaintiff decided to leave the place, but the defendants won’t return her security, so she’s suing. The defendants insist they told the plaintiff she needed to give one month’s notice, not one week. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff hired and paid the defendant to design her a new kitchen, but she was never available and didn’t do a thing, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says she spent months working on the project, and when she asked for additional money, the plaintiff flipped out on her. Then, the plaintiff claims the defendant was driving like a maniac and bumped into him before fleeing. The plaintiff’s car was totaled, and he suffered injuries, so he’s suing. The defendant argues his gas pedal got stuck, and he insists the plaintiff wasn’t anywhere near the crash. Plus, the plaintiff agreed to rent a room from the defendant and ensured there were no smokers in the building. However, the neighbor was a chain smoker, so the plaintiff had to move out. The defendant won’t return her security, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff up and moved out of nowhere. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says she and her fiancé were supposed to move into a home the defendant was renting. The plaintiff paid first month’s rent and security. However, five months later, the place still wasn’t ready, so the plaintiff is suing for the money she and her fiancé already put down. The defendant argues the home was basically ready, and he believes the plaintiffs are just trying to take advantage of him. The defendant is countersuing for lost rent. Then, the plaintiff brought his daughter’s tablet to the defendant’s shop for repair. When he picked it up, the screen was cracked, so the plaintiff is suing for the cost of a new tablet. The defendant insists the screen was already cracked when the plaintiff brought it in. Plus, the plaintiff purchased a vehicle from the defendant and agreed to pay it off over time. However, the defendant sold the car to someone else, so the plaintiff is suing for the return of his deposit. The defendant says the plaintiff put down a deposit but failed to make any other payments, so he sold the vehicle to someone else. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says his former fiancée, the defendant, gave away his dog while he was in a rehab facility, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant alleges the plaintiff was abusing his dog, so she rightfully gave him a better home. Then, the plaintiffs rented a house from the defendant, but they claim they were wrongfully evicted. The plaintiffs are suing for the return of their security deposit. The defendant says the plaintiffs were always behind on rent and gave him the runaround, so he told them they had to leave. Plus, the plaintiff says the defendants crashed into his car, so he’s suing. The defendants argue the collision was just an accident, and their insurance already paid for the plaintiff’s damages. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant tossed her car keys out of a window. They landed on the street, and her remote starter broke, so the plaintiff’s suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff’s friend told him to throw the keys, so he feels he is not responsible. The defendant is countersuing for babysitting fees. Then, the plaintiff says he and the defendant were in a band together. The defendant rented a condo from the plaintiff but stopped paying rent after quitting the band and stole items when he moved out, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues it was an illegal subrental, and he’s countersuing for belongings he claims the plaintiff stole. Plus, the plaintiff purchased a bike and lock from the defendants, but the lock was defective, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendants argue the plaintiff should go after the manufacturer, not them. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff and the defendant had been friends for over 20 years, until a lousy car sale. The plaintiff is suing for a refund for the lemon sold to her by the defendant. Plus, the plaintiff sublet his apartment to the defendant, who took it upon himself to re-sublet the apartment to his uncle. The plaintiff is now suing for property damages caused by the uncle. Then, the plaintiff was hired by the defendant to build a deck. He was not paid the full cost of his services and is now suing for the remainder. The defendant refuses to pay for what he believes is shoddy work. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The plaintiff owns an air conditioning service company for which the defendant was a client. His son fulfilled two service calls to her house and has not received payment. He is now suing for the money he is owed. The defendant claims the plaintiff’s son was neglectful, and she refuses to pay. The plaintiff rented a house to the defendant, a distant family member, but soon came to regret it. He is now suing for property damage and unpaid rent. The defendant is the super of the plaintiff’s apartment building. The plaintiff believes the defendant is jealous of her and has changed the locks to her place out of spite. She is now suing him for the cost paid to a locksmith to get her back into her own apartment. The defendant believes that the plaintiff is a nightmare to everyone in the building. He argues that the locks were changed by a marshal because she was illegally renting out the apartment. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff brought her professional camera to the defendant for repairs, but it disappeared. Unable to make her living as a photographer, she is suing for lost wages and the cost of her camera. The defendant claims he sent the camera to the manufacturer, who told him the camera was irreparable. He argues that he has been very accommodating by lending her a camera so she could continue working. He is countersuing for the cost of the loaner camera. Then, the plaintiff was hired to paint the defendant’s hair salon and is now suing for the remaining cost of his services. The defendant, unhappy with the product, is countersuing for a refund of the money she has already given him. Plus, the defendant is being accused of breaking into the plaintiff’s car, smashing his back window, breaking the center console, and trying to steal his radio. The defendant was arrested for the attempted burglary, but the plaintiff is now suing for the cost of the damages. The defendant denies committing the crime and is countersuing for aggravation. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, her former roommate, owes her money for rent, so she’s suing. The defendant found out the plaintiff was illegally renting out the room, so he wasn’t legally required to pay rent. Then, the plaintiff claims he was parked when the defendant, a landscaper, kicked up a rock, denting his vehicle, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he offered to have the vehicle fixed, but the plaintiff is just trying to get some cash. Then, the plaintiff brought one of his expensive shoes to the defendant’s shop for repair. The defendant allegedly got glue all over it, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the shoe was cheap. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff paid the defendant to redo her kitchen, but she claims he never showed up, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says he is just a salesman who works on commission, and he sold the plaintiff a kitchen. The company he worked for went out of business. The defendant insists the plaintiff should go after the company, not him. The defendant is countersuing for lost wages and unpaid work. Then, the plaintiff was hired by the defendants to paint their house but hasn’t been paid, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendants argue the plaintiff failed to properly prep the walls before painting, so he should be happy with the money they already paid him. The defendants are countersuing to hire new painters. Plus, the plaintiffs say they rented a house from the defendant, but she defaulted on paying her property taxes and went through with the lease anyway, so the plaintiffs are suing. The defendant claims she inherited the house, and she owed back taxes from before it was hers. The defendant was open with the plaintiffs from the start. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, his former landlord, failed to make necessary repairs after a hurricane. The plaintiff had to move out his entire family and pay various relocation fees, so he’s suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff moved in months after the hurricane, and he fixed a minor leak for him. Then, the plaintiff rented a furnished room from the defendant. After returning from a hospital stay, the bed was missing, as well as some of his cash, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff was behind on rent and went missing. The defendant went inside the room and noticed bedbugs, so she had to remove the bed and mattress. The defendant is countersuing for unpaid rent and emotional distress. Plus, the plaintiff hired the defendant’s moving company to transport her belongings into her new apartment. The plaintiff alleges the company damaged many of her items, so she’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff signed off on the move, so he owes her nothing. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff and defendant were friends of 17 years — close enough that the defendant agreed to host the plaintiff’s daughter’s bridal shower. Before the festivities, the defendant’s phone was broken when it fell off the couch occupied by the plaintiff’s daughter and dog. When the plaintiff refused to pay for the damages, the defendant decided to back out of her commitments to the bride, so the plaintiff is suing. Then, friends of 45 years took a trip to Puerto Rico. The plaintiff claims everything they did on the trip was charged on her card, and the defendant refuses to reimburse her, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the lodging was subpar, and every penny spent was a penny wasted. Plus, after purchasing a car from the defendant, the plaintiff discovered that it needed a new engine. Three weeks post-purchase, he contacted the defendant for a refund but didn’t get one, so the plaintiff is suing. With the car out of the way, the defendant has already spent the money on a new driveway. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the defendant is the ex-girlfriend of the plaintiff’s son and claims to be the mother of her grandchild. Unconvinced, the plaintiff is demanding a paternity test and is suing to recover payment for her babysitting services. Then, the plaintiff met his roommate, the defendant, on Craigslist. After a no-smoking rule was broken and some toiletries were stolen, he decided to move out. He is now suing the defendant for prepaid rent and security. The defendant is countersuing for unpaid rent, claiming the plaintiff broke his lease. Plus, the plaintiff bought a car from the defendant that he is unable to get registered at the DMV. The defendant claims there’s nothing he can do, as the car was originally donated to him. Now stuck with a vehicle he can’t legally drive, the plaintiff is suing for a full refund. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff is suing for medical expenses and pain and suffering after being struck by a cyclist, the defendant, on the streets of New York City. The defendant argues the plaintiff deliberately jumped in front of the bike and is accusing him of extortion. Then, the defendant, after being awarded employee of the month at his job at a baseball stadium, promised the plaintiff tickets to the All-Star Game. Before the big game, he was terminated and the tickets fell through. The plaintiff is now suing to recover the money he gave the defendant to secure the tickets. The defendant denies owing anything. Plus, the plaintiff sells bundles of virgin hair extensions online and claims the defendant placed an order through her website, but she never received payment, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the funds were taken from her account, and the hair is far from virgin. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff gave the defendant, her ex, money to rent an apartment together, but they broke up. The plaintiff is suing for the money back. The defendant denies owing the plaintiff a dime. Then, the plaintiff gave the defendant a loan to help pay some bills but hasn’t been paid back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant lived with the plaintiff and says he ate her out of house and home. Plus, the plaintiff kept her car at the defendant’s parking lot, but when she returned with a buyer, the vehicle was gone. The plaintiff is suing for the value of her car. The defendant says the plaintiff wanted him to hold the car for a few days, but weeks went by, and it was still there. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff claims she gave her friend, the defendant, a loan so she could attend her wedding. However, the plaintiff says after a fight, the defendant refused to pay the money back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the money was a gift. Then, the plaintiff purchased two air conditioners from the defendant, but water poured from the units and onto her windows. The plaintiff is suing the defendant for a refund. The defendant says air conditioners leak water when it’s hot. Plus, the plaintiff bought a wave runner from the defendant but hasn’t yet received the proper paperwork to register it, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists he did give the plaintiff the proper paperwork. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says she cared for the defendant’s daughter but hasn’t been paid for her services, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues she was part of a government program that allowed her to only pay a portion of the day care bill. Then, the plaintiff was involved in an accident with a police car. The defendant towed his car and damaged it in the process, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff became belligerent and tried blocking the tow of the car by locking the doors. The defendant had to unhook the transmission to get it out of park. The plaintiff rehooked the transmission and drove off. Plus, the plaintiff agreed to buy a car from the defendant and gave him a deposit. However, his loan application was denied. The plaintiff is suing for the return of his deposit. The defendant says the plaintiff kept telling him he’d find a way to come up with the money. The plaintiff allegedly asked him to hold the car until he did so, but the defendant couldn’t take the loss. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiffs dropped off laundry at the defendant’s laundromat, but he lost their clothes, so the plaintiffs are suing. The defendant argues someone left with the plaintiffs’ laundry, but he believes it was a setup. Then, the plaintiff went to the defendant for a hair wash and set, but she ruined her hair, and she had to cut it all off, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff’s hair was already heavily damaged when she came to her. Plus, the plaintiff claims the defendant backed into his car but hasn’t paid for the damages, so he’s suing. The defendant says the plaintiff is lying, and he ran into her. The defendant is countersuing for vehicle repairs and lost wages. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant helped her buy a car and send it to her son in Africa. However, the vehicle was a piece of garbage and sat in storage for weeks, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he tried to help the plaintiff, but he didn’t make any money from the deal. He was just trying to be a nice guy. Then, the plaintiff says two of the skylights in his condo leaked and caused damage. The defendant, a member of the condominium board, refuses to make repairs, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff is responsible for the damage, not the condo association. Plus, the plaintiff says he used to date the defendant. The plaintiff purchased furniture for the defendant, but she took off and ripped him off, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff is just mad she won’t date him anymore. Besides, the defendant argues, she loaned the plaintiff money during their relationship. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff purchased furniture from the defendant’s shop, but an employee took off with the money, and she didn’t get what she bought. The plaintiff is suing for a refund. The defendant argues the person the plaintiff gave her money to was a crook, but it has nothing to do with him. Then, the plaintiff went to give his co-worker a ride, but her boyfriend, the defendant, physically attacked him, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff instigated the fight. Plus, the plaintiff agreed to rent the defendant’s apartment. However, the plaintiff says the defendant told her the deposit was nonrefundable, so the plaintiff decided she no longer wanted to live there. The plaintiff is suing for the return of the money she already paid her. The defendant insists the plaintiff is the one who broke the lease. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff says the defendant owes his father money. He paid a little of his debt off, and then just stopped. His father still has bills to pay, and he needs the money owed. The defendant says he knew the plaintiff’s father, who was a neighborhood loan shark. The guy died, and his sons are trying to collect interest on a loan he already paid off. Then, the plaintiff says she rented a room from the defendant and thought it was going to work out great for her. She found out there was another guy on the floor renting who sold and used drugs out of his room. The defendant says that the plaintiff was a poor payer, and was always late, so he wanted her out and even helped her move using his truck. Plus, the plaintiff says she was about to pull out of a parking spot in her 2002 Chevy Camaro when she heard a loud clunk. The defendant struck her car with her laundry cart, denting her rear quarter panel. The defendant says the car that hit the plaintiff’s car wasn’t hers but another lady’s car, which rolled off the curb and struck the car. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First, the plaintiff ordered a custom pair of shoes from the defendant, but they were too small. The defendant adjusted the shoes for her, only for them to come out too big. She requested a refund, and the defendant refused, so she’s suing. The defendant says his shoes are custom and did what he could to make the plaintiff happy but doesn’t believe he owes a refund. Then, the plaintiff provided day care services for the defendant for a year, only to be told they were no longer needed. She reminded the defendant there was a two-week notice cancellation fee, which the defendant refused to pay. She’s suing for that fee. The defendant says his son started coming home with injuries which the plaintiff never informed him of, so he pulled his son immediately. As a result, he doesn’t think he owes a fee. Plus, the plaintiff says a landscaper used the weed whacker on his gravel driveway, sending pebbles flying. These pebbles damaged his new car’s windshield. The defendant offered to replace it with an off-market windshield but said the dealership cost was too much. The plaintiff is suing for the cost of getting repairs done the right way. The defendant says he inspected the windshield himself and didn’t see any damages, and he’s simply being harassed. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices