
The People’s Court Podcast
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S1 Ep 719'Nay Sayer' & 'Causing a Customer to Cry' & 'Treating a Tenant Terribly'
First, the plaintiff says it was her lifelong dream to own a horse, but claims that the animal she purchased from the defendants is ill and cannot stand up properly. She’s suing for her money back. The defendants refuse. They claim the plaintiff rode the horse for three days before purchasing him, and they say she has buyer’s remorse. Then, the plaintiff hired the defendant to create a replica of her earring. When she went to pick it up, she claims the defendant melted down her earring, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff gave him the okay to melt down the earring and create the replica pair. The defendant is countersuing for money owed. Plus, the plaintiff claims his former landlord is only returning half of his security deposit for no reason, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff broke the lease, and he owes him nothing. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 718'Jewelry Theft in Our Midst' & 'Putting a Mom in Danger' & 'I am Keeping The Money'
The plaintiff has been friends with the defendant for over 40 years. However, the plaintiff alleges the defendant stole jewelry from her, so she's suing. The defendant says she and the plaintiff launched an online jewelry store, and the plaintiff still owes her money, so she's keeping the jewelry until she gets her cash. The defendant is countersuing for the money she says she's owed. The plaintiff purchased a car from the defendant. Unfortunately, on the fourth day she was driving, the wheel flew off, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists there were no prior issues with the vehicle. The plaintiff hired and paid the defendant to install a new window in her rental cottage, but she changed her mind. The plaintiff claims the defendant agreed to refund her money, but he never did, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he doesn't have to return the money because he worked on the plaintiff's chimney. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 717'No Namaste' & 'Falling On Deaf Bears' & 'I Want My Money Back'
The plaintiff worked as a yoga instructor at the defendant's studio but was never paid, so the plaintiff is suing. Additionally, the plaintiff received her yoga teaching certificate from the defendant's studio but found out it was not legitimate. The defendant insists the plaintiff quit the yoga training program before full completion. The plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant, but the place was in terrible condition. The plaintiff demanded the return of his rent until his complaints were addressed, but they never were, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists she addressed all of the plaintiff's valid complaints. The plaintiff bought a car from the defendant, but it turned out to be a piece of junk, so she's suing. The defendant argues the vehicle he sold to the plaintiff was in excellent condition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 716'I Spy With My Little Eye My Ex Boyfriend' & 'You Owe Me Money' & 'Not Giving Back'
The plaintiff claims her neighbor tore down her fence, so she's suing for a replacement. The defendant argues the fence was technically on her property, so she doesn't owe a dime. The plaintiff says the defendant has two kids with her nephew, so she helps her out with money from time to time. The plaintiff claims the defendant agreed to pay her back but never did, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant admits she accepted money from the plaintiff, but she never agreed to pay it back. The plaintiff bought a car for his sister from the defendant. However, the defendant hasn't yet handed him the title, so the plaintiff is suing for his money back. The defendant argues the title is good on the car. The plaintiff just changed his mind because his sister passed away. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 715'Getting It With a Neighbor' & 'Printing a Problem' & 'Tossing it All Away'
First, the plaintiff brings his neighbor to court. He says they’ve had problems over parking because there’s one space that can fit two cars, but the defendant always parks in the middle of the spot so there’s no room for him. He claims the defendant scratched his car and caused thousands of dollars in damage. The plaintiff is suing for damages. The defendant argues the plaintiff acts like the parking spot is only his. She says she didn’t scratch the car. Then, the plaintiff hired the defendant to print logos on hundreds of shirts. He says the defendant botched the job and printed the wrong logo on all the apparel. The plaintiff had to pay for new shirts out of pocket, so he’s suing for his money back. The defendant argues he’s been in business for years and isn’t at fault. Plus, the plaintiff moved in with her boyfriend’s niece, but then she got in a fight with the defendant’s boyfriend and got kicked out. She says the defendant threw out her belongings, so she’s suing. The defendant argues she asked the plaintiff for rent, but then she moved out immediately. She’s countersuing for five months of rent 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
S1 Ep 714'You Cheated On Me' & 'Rotten-Roommating' & 'I Refuse To Pay Another Cent'
First, the plaintiff used to be engaged to the defendant. She claims the defendant stole money from their joint bank account after they broke up, so she’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff cheated on him with another man and the money he took out of the account was his. He says the plaintiff stole a water filtration system, so he’s countersuing for that cost. Then, the plaintiff lived with the roommate. He claims the defendant stole his debit card, birth certificate, and other forms of identification, then attacked him. He’s suing for stolen money. The defendant argues the plaintiff was a nightmare roommate and tried breaking up him and his wife. He’s countersuing for back rent and stolen food. Plus, the plaintiff sold a car to his girlfriend’s friend, but he gave her the car and title before she paid him in full. He’s still waiting for his money, so he’s suing. The defendant argues the car is in terrible shape and requires tons of work. She’s countersuing for lost wages and car repairs. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 713'Losing it' & 'Do-Run Run on a Du-rag Business' & 'Ignoring a Tenant'
The plaintiff and defendant work together. The plaintiff says the defendant got drunk at a company Christmas party and threw up on him. He got his suit jacket dry cleaned, but not all the stains came out. He’s suing for the cost of a new suit. The defendant argues he apologized to the plaintiff several times and offered to pay for the cleaning. The plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant. She claims the defendant was a terrible landlord and the apartment was in shambles. She’s suing for moving expenses. The defendant argues the plaintiff stopped paying rent, so she’s suing for unpaid rent and punitive damages. The plaintiff started a headwrap business with the defendant. She claims the defendant stole her equipment, so she’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff didn’t do anything for their business, so she doesn’t think she owes. She’s countersuing for emotional distress. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 712'Pooling Around' & 'Refusing a Rent Refund' & 'Doggie Dillema'
First, the plaintiff was hired to install an aboveground pool on the defendant’s property. He claims the plaintiff won’t pay him for the work he and his workers did, so he’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff’s workers did a terrible job and he doesn’t owe the plaintiff Then, the plaintiff was at the dog park and says the defendant’s dog bit his dog and broke two bones. He’s suing for the cost of the pet’s vet bills. The defendant argues the dogs were off-leash, so she doesn’t owe. Plus, the plaintiff paid the defendant for a room for her daughter to live in. She says the defendant kicked her daughter out of the apartment, but the defendant won’t return her security deposit, so she’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff’s daughter was a slob who left rotting food in the room and made the whole house smell. She doesn’t think she owes because the daughter moved out early. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 711'A Premature Car Sale' & 'Turning a Blind Eye' & 'Taking Too Much Money'
First, the plaintiff purchased a car from the defendant, his dad’s friend. The title was in someone else’s name and he says he has been defrauded. He’s suing for his money back. The defendant argues he told the plaintiff there was a problem with the title and he was working on fixing it. Then, the plaintiffs, a husband and wife, own a custom blinds business. The defendants hired them to install blinds in their house, but they are still waiting for the full amount they’re owed, so they’re suing. The defendants argue the plaintiffs did a terrible job and damaged their house. They’re countersuing for damages. Plus, the plaintiff rented a house from the defendant and thinks he was a great tenant. He says the defendants are withholding his security deposit because they’re making bogus claims about damages, so he’s suing. The defendants argue the plaintiff was noisy, damaged their house, and were not liked by other tenants. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 710'Taking Off' & 'Tree Troubles' & 'Not Crying Uncle'
The plaintiff met the defendant while on a bus to a casino. He says the defendant asked him for money, but then she disappeared. He’s suing for the cost of the loan and interest. The defendant argues the plaintiff is interested in her romantically and he’s only suing because she rejected him. The plaintiffs hired the defendant to build a treehouse for their kids. They say the defendant never built it and ruined their kids’ summer. They’re suing for a refund. The defendant argues the plaintiffs threatened them for not getting the work done fast enough. The plaintiff brings his niece to court. He says the defendant got mad at him and attacked his car with an umbrella. He’s suing for damages. The defendant argues she never touched his truck and he’s just being vindictive. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 709'You Are a Faker' & 'No Refund for You' & 'License Plate Theft'
The plaintiff says he and the defendant have dated on and off for the past 20 years. The defendant gave the plaintiff a dog while they were together. However, the plaintiff alleges the defendant tried to get the dog back. During the exchange, the defendant had the plaintiff falsely arrested and ended up with the dog, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff is the one who stole her dog, and when she tried to get him back, the plaintiff physically attacked her. The plaintiff rented a house from the defendant. However, the defendant sold the house and refuses to return the security deposit, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff up and left the home without proper notice, so he doesn't believe he owes a dime. The plaintiff purchased a car from the defendant. A month later, the defendant took the plates, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff failed to prove employment, so she lost the vehicle. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 708'Fouling Up a Funeral' & 'Beating Up a Car'
First, the plaintiff claims the defendant borrowed money for her son’s funeral but hasn’t paid her back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says the plaintiff’s daughter stole from her late son, so they’re even. Then, the plaintiff claims the defendant attacked her car with his fists at a light, so she’s suing for damages. The defendant claims the plaintiff cut him off and then threw coins at him. The defendant is countersuing for repairs. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 707'Encroachment' & 'Charging for Nothing' & 'Terrible Tow'
The plaintiff claims her neighbor, the defendant, cut down trees on her property, so she’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff gave her permission to cut down the trees, and her landscapers cleaned up the mess. The plaintiff owns a gym. She claims the defendant, a member, called her credit card company to take back charges, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant often travels for work and told the plaintiff to put her gym membership on hold. However, the plaintiff charged her anyway, so the defendant went ahead and had her credit card company cancel the charge. The plaintiff parked at his building, but the defendant illegally towed his vehicle, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant says he towed the car because that’s what he was told to do. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 706'Cutting Things Close With a Neighbor' & 'Being a Lazy Landlord' & 'Don’t Lie to the Police'
First, the plaintiff brings her neighbor to court. She claims the defendant snuck onto her property and cut down one of her trees, so she’s suing. The defendant admits he cut the tree, but only because it was dead and a danger to his family. Then, plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant. She claims there was a rat infestation, and the living conditions were terrible. The plaintiff says she was illegally evicted, so she’s suing. The defendant argues she hired an exterminator to get rid of the rodents and she never illegally evicted her. She’s countersuing for legal fees. Plus, the plaintiff purchased a car from the defendant, her former good friend. She says the friend turned around and told police the plaintiff stole the car, so the car was impounded. She’s suing because her personal property was in the vehicle when it was taken. The defendant argues the plaintiff took the car without paying, so he reported it stolen. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 705'This Is Rubbish' & 'Get Out!' & 'Trucking It Up'
First, the plaintiff purchased a home from the defendant. He says the home had trash in front of it and he asked the defendant to remove it, but he never did. The plaintiff ended up hiring someone to get rid of the material, so he’s suing for the cost of the removal. The defendant argues he could’ve had the sanitation department take it away for free, so he doesn’t think he owes the plaintiff anything. Then, the plaintiff says the defendant showed up to her apartment without notice to conduct an inspection. The defendant went into her apartment, but the plaintiff was not fully dressed. She’s suing for abuse of right of reentry. The defendant argues the inspector wanted to do the impromptu visit. Plus, thehe plaintiff did mechanic work on the defendant’s car. He says the defendant paid but then disputed the charges and got a refund. He’s suing for what he’s owed. The defendant argues the plaintiff did the work and charged his credit card without his authorization. He claims he just wanted an estimate, not the actual work. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 704'Doggy Dilemma' & 'A Moldy Problem' & 'Holding Onto Cash'
The plaintiff was driving his bike when the defendant's dog bit his leg. The plaintiff is suing for medical bills and pain and suffering. The defendant claims his dog is not aggressive, and the plaintiff is just looking for some money. The plaintiff says she rented a home from the defendant that was full of mold. The plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff is nothing but a scammer. The plaintiff says the defendant sold a car for her, but he hasn't given her the money from the sale, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff wanted a trade, but the plaintiff changed her mind and wanted cash. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 703'Friends No More' & 'A Slippery Tow' & 'Taking Advantage of an Old Flame'
First, the plaintiff loaned her friend money for a party she was having. The defendant refuses to pay, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff told her to not worry about paying it back. The defendant is countersuing for defamation and pain and suffering. Then, the plaintff claims the defendant stole her car and damaged the engine, so she's suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff is lying, and there's no way she could have damaged the vehicle. Plus, the plaintiff says he let the defendant live with him, but she didn't pay rent and damaged his car, so he's suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff allowed her to live with him rent-free. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 702'Taking From a Tenant' & 'Taxing a Client' & 'Taking Way Too Long'
The plaintiff rented a room from the defendant. He says the defendant kicked him out of the house and stole his jewelry and other belongings, so he’s suing for damages. The defendant argues the plaintiff was a troublemaker who didn’t get along with other people. She admits she kicked him out, but the defendant left behind trash. The defendant is countersuing for damages and unpaid rent. The plaintiff hired the defendant to do his taxes. He claims his tax refund went to the defendant, not him. He’s suing for stolen money. The defendant argues he did nothing wrong and the refund was his payment. The plaintiff purchased a truck from the defendant. He claims the defendant hasn’t transferred the title over yet, so now the truck is just sitting there. He’s suing for the value of the truck and towing fees. The defendant argues he was transparent about the issues with the title. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 701'That My Gas or Yours' & 'Not Getting Enough Money' & 'Souring on Spring Break'
First, the plaintiff rented a room in the defendant’s house. She says there was a gas leak in the apartment, which could have killed her because she used a portable heater. She claims she inhaled toxic fumes, so she moved out. The plaintiff is suing for a rent refund. The defendant thinks the plaintiff is just exaggerating. She’s countersuing for unpaid rent. Then, the plaintiff brought a rare gold coin to the defendant to get an appraisal on it. She claims the defendant took the coin and sold it even though she didn’t want him to. She’s suing for the value of the coin. The defendant admits that he sold the coin, but he didn’t even make any money on it. He’s countersuing for lost wages. Plus, the plaintiff used to be best friends with the defendant. He booked them a trip to Miami for spring break, but he claims the defendant backed out at the last minute. The plaintiff had to pay a lot in cancellation fees, so he’s suing. The defendant argues he told the plaintiff he couldn’t go on the trip, but the plaintiff booked the trip anyway. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 700'Where's My Car' & 'Painted Into a Corner' & 'Tax Man Cometh'
First, the plaintiff alleges she put down a deposit to purchase a car from the defendants. However, the defendants ignored the plaintiff, so she is suing for a refund. The defendants argue the plaintiff never paid off the car in full and didn't pick it up. Then, the plaintiff hired the defendant to paint his house and gave him a deposit. Unfortunately, the defendant never showed up, so the plaintiff is suing for a refund. The defendant argues his truck was stolen, so he missed the day he was set to begin the job. The defendant had every intention of doing the job and explained the situation to the plaintiff. Plus, the plaintiffs say they purchased a house from the defendant, but he owed unpaid taxes. The plaintiffs went ahead and paid the taxes, but the defendant never reimbursed them, so they're suing. The defendant insists there were no taxes due on the house. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 699'Poor Ginger' & 'Refusing Further Payment' & 'Helping Himself'
First, the plaintiff claims the defendant's vicious dog fatally attacked her pony, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists another animal killed her pony, not his dog. Then, the defendant hired the plaintiff to renovate his body garage. The defendant failed to pay for his services, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues he paid the plaintiff, but he just kept asking for more. Plus, the plaintiff claims the defendant stole his roofing tools and cash, so he is suing. The defendant denies the allegations and believes this case is bogus. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 698'Stiffing a Seamstress' & 'Getting Messy' & 'Taking Advantage of a Co-worker'
First, the plaintiff, a seamstress, helped the defendant sew items together for a contest. They came up with an agreement that if the defendant won, the plaintiff would get 45%. She says the defendant hasn’t given her the money, so she’s suing. The defendant argues she paid the plaintiff and doesn’t owe her anything else. Then, the plaintiff rented commercial space to the defendant, a hairstylist. She claims the cops showed up because of marijuana use at the space, so the plaintiff filed for an eviction. The plaintiff says the defendant trashed the place, so she’s suing for rent and utilities. The defendant argues another tenant caused the problem, not her. Plus, the plaintiff and defendant used to work together. He bought a car from the defendant, but it turned out to be a lemon. He returned the car to the defendant and asked for a refund, but the defendant still owes him money. The defendant argues the car was fine and never had any issues. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 697'A Dress Mess' & 'Not Paying Things Off' & 'Cheating a Woman Out of Her Money'
First, the plaintiff hired the defendant to make a dress for her New Year’s Day party. She claimed the defendant told her the dress would be ready on New Year’s Eve, but the plaintiff wanted a refund because it wasn’t enough time just in case she needed alterations. She’s suing for the deposit on the dress, the ticket for the party, and pain and suffering. The defendant argues the told the plaintiff it would take time to complete the dress. She doesn’t think she owes anything. She’s countersuing for lost wages. Then, the plaintiff brings her ex-boyfriend to court. She purchased several items for their apartment, but then they broke up and the defendant kept it all. She’s suing for the cost of the furniture. The defendant argues he paid her credit card charges for months, so he doesn’t owe her. Plus, the plaintiff sold her late husband’s Camaro to the defendant. She claims the defendant still owes her money, so she’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff gave him the wrong title for the car and he already paid in full. He ended up having to sell it to someone else. He’s countersuing for the cost of 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
S1 Ep 696'Raising a Ruckus' & 'Trashing a TV' & 'That Costs Too Much'
First, the plaintiff claims her upstairs neighbors, the defendants, make constant noise, which has prevented her from finding tenants. The plaintiff is suing for loss of rental income. The defendants argue they aren’t as disruptive as the plaintiff says. Then, the plaintiff moved in with her daughter and her boyfriend, and it was a mess. The plaintiff had to move out, and she alleges her daughter destroyed her television, so she’s suing. The defendant says the television was damaged during transit, and that’s not her fault. Plus, the plaintiff paid and hired the defendant to fix his car. However, the plaintiff decided to go with another mechanic, but the defendant won’t return his deposit money, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists he doesn’t refund deposits. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 695'Crashing & Dashing' & 'Pooling Around' & 'Friendship Failure'
First, the plaintiff brings her brother’s ex-girlfriend to court because she claims she used her car and got into an accident. The plaintiff is suing for damages. The defendant argues the plaintiff’s brother stole the car, not her. Then, the plaintiff rented his pool house to the defendant. The plaintiff claims the defendant owes him rent money, so he’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff owes him for propane payments and unreturned security, so he’s countersuing. Plus, the plaintiff loaned her friend, the defendant, money for surgery. It’s been more than a year and the plaintiff still hasn’t received the money back, so she’s suing. The defendant insists he worked for the plaintiff and 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
S1 Ep 694'Not Getting Around to It' & 'Losing The Pictures' & 'Being All Washed Up'
The plaintiffs hired the defendant to fix a hole in their roof. However, the plaintiffs gave the defendant money to buy materials, but he never did the job, so they’re suing. The defendant insists he told them he would work on the job when he had some time since contracting is his side hustle, but the plaintiffs are just being impatient. The plaintiff brought his disposable camera into the defendant’s developing store to print photos of his deceased grandmother. When he went to pick up the photos, the defendant said he never received the camera, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff never dropped off his camera, and the plaintiff is making this all up. The defendant is countersuing for aggravation. The plaintiff purchased a house from the defendant. Included in the sale was a washer and dryer, but during the walkthrough, the plaintiff noticed they were gone. The defendant told the plaintiff she would give him money to make up for the missing appliances, but she never did, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists she left behind the washer and dryer, and she had nothing to do with the appliances’ disappearance. The defendant is countersuing for 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
S1 Ep 693'Walk It Like I Talk It' & 'Terrible Truck' & 'Squatting'
First, the plaintiff has been friends with the defendant for over 30 years. However, the plaintiff put the defendant on her phone plan, but she failed to pay, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff offered to put her on the cell phone plan to save money. Unfortunately, the defendant says the plaintiff put spyware on her phone, so she got rid of it. Then, the plaintiff purchased a truck from the defendant, but it turned out to be a piece of junk, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the truck passed inspection, and the plaintiff complained two months later about some rust. Plus, the plaintiff was forced to move out of his room because the defendant, his landlord, was renting an illegal apartment. The plaintiff is suing for a rent refund for the nine months he lived there. The defendant insists the plaintiff was only supposed to be renting her garage for storage, but he was secretly sleeping there. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 692'Being Clumsy' & 'Striking Out' & 'The Guy Is All Wet'
First, the plaintiff is a plastic surgeon and hired the defendant, an anesthesiologist, for a day of surgeries. The plaintiff claims the defendant knocked over one of his machines and damaged it, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff’s operating room was in disarray. She admits she knocked it over, but she believes it’s the plaintiff’s fault. Then, the plaintiff was hired by the defendant to work at a food stand. However, the defendant never paid him, so the plaintiff is suing for the wages he’s owed. The defendant insists the plaintiff showed up late. Besides, it was a volunteer job. Plus, the plaintiff parked her vehicle at the defendant’s garage. There was a flood, and the plaintiff’s car was totaled as a result, so she’s suing the defendant. The defendant believes the plaintiff just wants a new car, so she had her insurance declare her vehicle a total loss. Besides, the defendant can't control flooding. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 691'Conning a Cousin' & 'Backing Out' & 'Not Caring for This Tree'
The plaintiff loaned her cousin, the defendant, money. However, the plaintiff claims the defendant blocked her number and hasn’t yet paid it back, so she’s suing. The defendant insists she doesn’t owe her cousin any money, and she believes the plaintiff is just jealous. The plaintiff rented a room in the defendant’s house but was never allowed to move in. The plaintiff asked for her money back, but the woman never returned it, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff backed out of the agreement at the last minute when she was scheduled to move in. The plaintiff claims the defendant’s rotten tree fell on his car, so he’s suing for damages. The defendant claims the tree was healthy, and the plaintiff should go through his insurance. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 690'Too Much Bubly' & 'Not Letting Him In' & 'Trucking It Up'
The plaintiff insists he was overcharged at the defendant’s restaurant, so he’s suing for a refund, stress, and aggravation. The defendant admits the plaintiff was overcharged, but he offered a refund on his credit card. The plaintiff refused to give his credit card number and demanded a cashier’s check and a formal letter of apology. The plaintiff is in court because he claims the defendant, the landlord of his late girlfriend, wouldn’t allow him to retrieve his belongings from her apartment. The plaintiff is suing for stolen items. The defendant argues the plaintiff was never a tenant. When the plaintiff’s girlfriend died, the woman’s brother got all the rights to the apartment’s contents. Therefore, the defendant believes he owes nothing. The plaintiff bought a truck for her son from the defendant. However, when the plaintiff took the vehicle home, she learned it was in terrible condition, so she’s suing for a refund. The defendant says the truck passed inspection. Besides, the plaintiff drove it for three weeks before any complaints. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 689'Freeloading' & 'Trading a Hot Harley' & 'Making a Mess (Bad Caulk Job)'
First, the plaintiff says she and the defendant have been friends for 20 years. The plaintiff allowed the defendant to live with him, but he never paid the rent he agreed to, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff stole from him, so if anyone is owed money, it’s him. The defendant is countersuing for a stolen dresser, blender, and transportation costs. Then the plaintiff says he turned in his car for the defendant’s motorcycle. However, the defendant still hasn’t given him the proper paperwork, so the plaintiff is suing for the value of his vehicle. The defendant insists he told the plaintiff there was no paperwork for the motorcycle because the previous owner died. Plus, the plaintiff is in court because the board of her building decided to replace the windows. The defendant and his workers destroyed her bathroom tiles and wallpaper during the process, so the plaintiff is suing for damages. The defendant claims he and his team addressed every issue they could, and the plaintiff is suing three years later. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 688'Abandoning His Kids' & 'Towing The Line' & 'Being All Washed Up'
The plaintiff cared for the defendant’s children for a few months, but she says the defendant hasn’t yet paid her. The plaintiff fed the kids, bathed them, and clothed them, so she’s suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff basically kidnapped his kids and tried to date him. The defendant is countersuing for kidnapping his children and lying to child services. The plaintiff is in court because he claims his neighbor, the defendant, had his car illegally towed out of vengeance while the plaintiff was on vacation. The plaintiff is suing for the tow and storage fees. The defendant says he had nothing to do with the tow and doesn’t know why he’s being targeted. The plaintiff purchased a used washing machine from the defendant. However, it turned out to be a piece of junk that doesn’t work, so the plaintiff is suing for a refund. The defendant argues the washing machine was in excellent condition. The plaintiff just put too much soap into it, so the defendant believes he 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
S1 Ep 687'Terrible Tow' & 'Not Being Car-ful' & 'Being Too Difficult'
First, the plaintiff is in court because the defendant towed his vehicle for no good reason. The plaintiff alleges the defendant even damaged the car in the process, so he’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff was blocking a driveway. As far as the damages are concerned, the defendant insists the plaintiff caused them. Then, the plaintiff hired the defendant’s car service company to take him and his wife to see a show in New York City. However, the defendant never showed up, so the plaintiff missed the performance. The plaintiff is suing for $2,500, the cost of the show tickets. The defendant is in court defending herself, and she claims there was a mishap dispatching the car. The defendant refunded the car service fee, but she believes the plaintiff should have just gotten an Uber. Plus, the plaintiff used to live with the defendant, and she argues the woman was a hothead. The plaintiff says the defendant won’t return her security deposit, so she’s suing. The defendant claims the plaintiff is a slob, and she’s withholding the deposit to cover the plaintiff’s unpaid rent and cleaning fees. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 686'Tenant Tantrum' & 'Getting Into It With a Neighbor' & 'Boat Sinking'
The plaintiff claims his former landlord owes him money for his security deposit, so he's suing. The defendant says the plaintiff was a nightmare of a tenant. The plaintiff's dog bit a little girl, and he almost set the entire place on fire. The defendant is countersuing for additional damages. The plaintiff claims her neighbor, the defendant, had her car illegally towed, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff blocked his driveway with her vehicle, so he called the cops. After that, the city towed the plaintiff's car away. The plaintiffs purchased a boat from the defendant, but as soon as they put it in the water, it sank. The plaintiffs are suing for a refund. The defendant says the plaintiffs purchased the boat without putting it in the water first or testing it out. The boat was in great condition before he sold it, according to the defendant. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 685'Getting Physical with a Tenant' & 'Chauvinistic Pig'
First, the plaintiff rented a room in the defendant's apartment. The plaintiff alleges the defendant ransacked her room, rearranged her belongings, and even physically attacked her. The plaintiff moved out before something really bad happened. She's suing for a rent refund and security. The defendant explains she was only inspecting the plaintiff's unpacking. In terms of the attack, the defendant insists the plaintiff first threatened her with a pair of scissors. Then, the plaintiff foolishly sold his daughter's friend, the defendant, a vehicle. The defendant gave the plaintiff half the money up front and agreed to pay him $300 a month until it was paid off. Unfortunately, the plaintiff claims the car is still not paid off, so he's suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff is a creep who asked her out on a date and explained she wouldn't have to pay for the vehicle if they hit it off. They ended up dating for a few months, but the defendant broke it off. The defendant believes the plaintiff is only suing her because he's bitter. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 684'Sideswiping a Girl' & 'Bailing on a Brother' & 'Failing to Make a Repair'
First, the plaintiff noticed the defendant dropped his wallet and she caught up with him to tell him where it was. When she pulled up next to him, he knocked her side mirror off. She’s suing for the cost of the damaged mirror and missed work. The defendant told the plaintiff to send him an invoice, but she never sent him a document from a reputable repair shop. He thinks the plaintiff is conning him. Then, the plaintiff brings his two sisters to court. He says they both needed new phones and added them to his plan, but they never paid for the bills or cost of the phone, so he’s suing. The defendants argue the phones were just a gift. They think the plaintiff is suing because of a bigger family conflict. Plus, the plaintiff brought his VHS/DVD player to the defendant’s shop for repair. He says the plaintiff couldn’t fix the VHS portion and broke the DVD player, so he’s suing for aggravation and the cost of the machine. The defendant argues the VHS/DVD player was barely worth anything and he told him not to bother repairing it. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 683'Brawling' & 'Keeping Too Much' & 'One Tough Cookie'
First, the plaintiff and defendant used to be friends, but their relationship ended over a borrowed vacuum. They got into an argument and the plaintiff said the defendant kicked her car. Their fight turned physical, and then the plaintiff got arrested. She’s suing for false arrest and pain and suffering. The defendant argues the plaintiff never returned her vacuum. She claims she fought back in self-defense, so she’s countersuing for pain and suffering. Then, the plaintiff and her father rented a home from the defendant. She said the water was dirty and they ended up needing to change the water filter every month. When they moved out, the defendant, her landlord, deducted the cost from the security deposit, so she’s suing for her full deposit back. The defendant argues the water was tested and came back clean. He says the plaintiff clogged the septic system, and that’s the cost he deducted from the deposit. Plus, the plaintiff put a deposit down on an event hall for his engagement party even though the day he wanted was booked. He ended up booking a new venue, but now the defendant won’t return his money, so he’s suing. The defendant does not think she owes him. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 682'Spreading Vicious Lies' & 'Causing a Crater' & 'Ripping-Off a Tenant'
First, the plaintiff claims the defendant posted false and defamatory things on social media about her mothering skills. The plaintiff is suing for defamation and false allegations. The defendant, a pastor, says the plaintiff left her 1-year-old child home alone unattended, so she did the right thing and called social services. The defendant is countersuing for defamation and pain and suffering. Then, the plaintiff arrived home one day to find a hole in the cement in front of her house. An eyewitness told her a bus caused the damage. The defendant was supposed to come over and investigate the damage, but she never did, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists she did investigate the damage, but there's no way one of her buses caused the hole. Plus, the plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant, but he didn't tell her the house was in foreclosure. The new owners kicked the plaintiff out. The defendant failed to return the plaintiff's security deposit, so she's suing. The defendant argues he sold the place the plaintiff lived in and let her live out the last month of rent with her 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
S1 Ep 680'Refusing a Refund' & 'Weaseling Out of a Loan' & 'Stinking up a Rental'
First, the plaintiff gave the defendant a security deposit on an apartment he was renting. Before moving, the plaintiff learned the place broke multiple code violations, so the plaintiff is suing for his deposit back. The defendant argues she's been renting out the apartment since the 1980s and hasn't had any issues with previous tenants. Then, the plaintiff has been friends with the defendant for the past few years. She loaned him money to repair his transmission, but he hasn't yet paid her back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists the plaintiff offered the money as a gift. Plus, the plaintiff rented his car to the defendant so he could drive for Uber. When he returned the vehicle, the plaintiff says it smelled of urine. The defendant also racked up a bunch of tickets and damaged the car, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant denies all the allegations and believes he doesn't owe a dime. The defendant is countersuing for false allegations, lost wages, 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
S1 Ep 679'Bugging Out' & 'Letting Down a Lady Friend' & 'Backing Out'
First, the plaintiff loaned her ex, the defendant, money while they were together so he could purchase a car and drive for Uber. Unfortunately, he failed to pay her back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists he helped the plaintiff out by allowing her to live with him. They looked out for one another. Besides, the defendant is out more money than the plaintiff because she brought bed bugs to his place. The defendant is countersuing for cleaning, furniture replacement, and pain and suffering. Then, the defendant gave the plaintiff a car while they were still dating. The plaintiff agreed to pay the defendant money for insurance. Unfortunately, someone struck the car while it was parked. The defendant collected the insurance money and took off with the totaled car, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists he and the plaintiff broke up before the crash, and he argues the insurance was under his name. The money and car belong to him fair and square, according to the defendant. Plus, the plaintiff hired the defendant to stage his house to put it up for sale. However, the defendant quit the day before she was scheduled to work, so the plaintiff is suing for breach of contract. The defendant claims she was forced out of the deal by a competing realtor, and there was just too much drama. The defendant believes she is not responsible for the plaintiff's inability to sell his home in a bad market. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 678'Stiffing a Girlfriend' & 'Bad Hooptie' & 'Bugging a Tenant'
First, the plaintiff used to be friends with the defendant. However, the plaintiff gave the defendant money for a few summer trips, but she hasn't paid it back, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff begged her to go on the trips even though she informed her she couldn't afford it. The plaintiff knew she wasn't going to pay her back, so she shouldn't have paid for the trips if she wanted the defendant to come. Then, the plaintiff claims the defendant knowingly sold him a vehicle with a bad gas gasket. The plaintiff is suing for the cost of the car. The defendant argues he gave the plaintiff a great deal, and he had not heard complaints until months later. Plus, the plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant, but the place was infested with bed bugs, mice, and mold. The plaintiff moved out and is suing the defendant for a rent refund. The defendant argues the plaintiff brought the bed bugs to the apartment, and the landlord hired an exterminator. The defendant is countersuing for trash removal and remaining rent owed. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 678'Being Uncertified' & 'Grand Theft Auto' & 'Leading a Lover Along'
First, the plaintiff enrolled in the defendant's diving school and completed the first two dives in a swimming pool. He needed to just complete the last ocean test, but the defendant kept canceling on him even though he knew the plaintiff was leaving for a dive trip in Mexico in four days. The defendant gave the plaintiff papers promising he'd have no problems, but on his trip, the plaintiff wasn't allowed to dive. The plaintiff is suing for the cost of his trip and his lessons. The defendant claims he gave the proper paperwork for his trip. All the plaintiff had to do was one ocean dive in Mexico and he'd be certified. The defendant is countersuing for fraud and defamation. Then, the plaintiff used to date the defendant. Now that they've split up, the defendant won't return his car, so the plaintiff is suing for the value of the vehicle. The defendant argues the plaintiff gave her the car as a gift. The plaintiff loaned the defendant money to fix his tires while they were dating. Now that they're no longer together, the defendant hasn't yet paid back the money, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff gave him the money, and she never asked him to pay it back until after they broke up. Plus, the plaintiff loaned the defendant money to fix his tires while they were dating. Now that they're no longer together, the defendant hasn't yet paid back the money, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff gave him the money, and she never asked him to pay it back until after they broke up. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 676'Copping Out on a Cousin' & 'Fouling up a Friendship' & 'Being a Tool'
First, the plaintiff loaned money to his cousin, but she failed to pay it back and bought a vacation instead, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff offered the money as a gift, so she doesn’t owe anything. Then, the plaintiff has known the defendant for years. He claims he bought a car from the defendant, but the vehicle needed a new transmission and had a bad title, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff kept the car parked on the street for a month without gas in the tank and that’s what caused the damage. The defendant even fixed the car for free, so he shouldn’t have to give the plaintiff a refund. The defendant is countersuing for a tow and repairs. Plus, the plaintiff hired the defendant to transport his mechanic’s toolbox. The defendant literally dropped the box off his truck, damaging the toolbox, so the plaintiff is suing for the cost to get a new one. The defendant argues he didn’t cause any damage, and the plaintiff didn’t contact him until two days after. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 676'Letting Things Get Hot' & 'Failing to Control Her Big Old Dog' & 'Spoiling Milk'
The plaintiff hired the defendants to repair his air conditioning unit. However, the plaintiff alleges the defendants made unnecessary repairs, so he's suing for a refund. The defendants argue they fixed the air conditioning unit. When it broke again, the defendants allege the plaintiff assaulted them. The plaintiff was walking his dog when the defendant's canine attacked his. The plaintiff's dog sustained injuries and required surgery, so he is suing for vet bills. The defendant insists the plaintiff's dog snapped at hers and instigated the attack. The plaintiff says she parked her vehicle in a legal spot outside a grocery store. However, the plaintiff claims the defendant illegally towed her vehicle, so she's suing. The defendant insists he rightfully towed the plaintiff's car, so he denies owing. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 675'Getting Taken to the Cleaners' & 'Family Fallout' & 'Fowling up a Party'
First, the plaintiff sold his laundromat business to the defendant, but the guy still owes him money, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant doesn’t understand why he’s in court because he claims he has already paid for everything he owes. Besides, the defendant argues the plaintiff stopped paying rent on the business before selling it. Then, the plaintiff claims his niece, the defendant, stole his settlement check, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant argues she used the money to pay for the plaintiff’s attorney fees and used the rest for her family, which he told her to do. Plus, the plaintiff hired the defendant as a D.J. and an M.C. for her daughter’s birthday. The photo booth he brought was defective, so the plaintiff is suing for a refund. The defendant argues two of the plaintiff’s guests damaged the photo booth, and it worked just fine at the beginning of the party. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 674'Taking but Not Giving' & 'To Jail, Do Not Collect Money' & 'Blowing Off an Ex'
First, the plaintiff and defendant met on a dating website, and he believed they were a couple. He loaned her money and opened a credit card in her name, but then she never paid him back, so he’s suing. The defendant claims they were never a couple. She argues the plaintiff never said anything about needing to repay him. Then, the plaintiff worked for the defendant’s airport transportation company. She says the defendant didn’t pay her, so she’s suing for what she’s owed. The defendant argues she found out the plaintiff was a repeat felon and that the plaintiff claimed she was working when she was actually in jail. She’s countersuing for loss of revenue and projected loss of revenue. Plus, the plaintiff sold her ex-boyfriend a car. She says he never put oil in the car and the engine blew, but now he’s blaming her. She’s suing for the cost of the car and aggravation. The defendant argues the car was a lemon and he didn’t do anything wrong. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 673'Creating a Financial Disaster' & 'Not My Responsibility'
First, the plaintiff put down a deposit to rent the defendant’s condo at a resort, but then Hurricane Irma hit. He says the resort shut down due to the storm, so he didn’t end up staying at the condo. The plaintiff is suing for his deposit back. The defendant argues he always tells renters to get insurance, but the plaintiff didn’t get any this time around. He’s countersuing for resort fees. Then, the plaintiff let the defendant borrow her car, but then the defendant got rear-ended. She says the defendant won’t pay for the damages, so she’s suing. The defendant argues he isn’t at fault and he doesn’t owe her. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 671'Being Unfair' & 'Stiffing a Boss'
First, the plaintiff rented an apartment from the defendant’s leasing management company. She claims she left the house in perfect condition, but the defendant won’t return the security deposit, so she’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff trashed the house and then disparaged them on social media. She doesn’t think she owes the plaintiff because they needed to use the security deposit to pay for damages. Then, the plaintiff worked with the defendant and loaned him money when the defendant fell on hard time. He claims the defendant still owes him, so he’s suing. The defendant argues the plaintiff left the job and then hired him, but then wouldn’t pay him. He’s countersuing for unpaid wages. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 671'Take This Back or Else' & 'Not Grooming' & 'Not Being a Nice Landlord'
First, the defendant sold the plaintiff a vehicle with a warranty on the transmission. However, the transmission broke down a few weeks later, and the defendant refused to fix it. The plaintiff is suing for a refund. The defendant argues the plaintiff forged his name on a fake warranty. He’s countersuing for lost wages. Then, the plaintiff claims his neighbor’s trees damaged his fence, but the guy didn’t do anything about it, so the plaintiff is suing. His neighbor, the defendant, insists the plaintiff’s fence is the problem, not his trees. The defendant claims the plaintiff even trespassed on his property and cut down his trees, so he’s countersuing. Plus, the plaintiffs rented an illegal apartment from the defendant. The place was infested with black mold, and they were forced to move out to protect themselves, so the plaintiffs are suing for moving expenses, a security deposit, and lost wages. The defendant claims the plaintiffs don’t have a case and they actually moved out due to zoning laws. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
S1 Ep 670'Hitting a Sour Note' & 'Mistreating a Tenant' & 'Unloading a Clunker'
First, the plaintiff owns a piano company and was hired by the defendant to bring his act to his venue once a month. The plaintiff claims the contract said the dates and pay were guaranteed. However, the defendant canceled a night and never paid, so the plaintiff is suing for wages owed. The defendant argues the plaintiff’s contract expired before the performance in question. Due to the weather, the defendant had to cancel. Then, the plaintiff rented an apartment, and in the middle of the lease, the defendant sold the building. The defendant refuses to return the security deposit, so the plaintiff is suing. The defendant insists he’s keeping the plaintiff’s security deposit because she owes for parking fees. Plus, the plaintiff purchased a car from the defendant that turn turned out to be a piece of junk that leaked oil. The plaintiff believes the defendant knew about the damages and is suing for a refund. The defendant says the plaintiff ran over a large screw, and she fixed it for free. Then the plaintiff came back and demanded her money back for no reason, so the defendant denies owing. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices