Tribunal Justice Season 3, Episode 25: From Friends to Frenemies

The Tesla Hot Mess-la

A night of clubbing ends in a Tesla crash and a $6,000 lawsuit where a woman blames her friend for grabbing the wheel and causing her to crash into a pole. Her claim of sober driving starts to unravel when a shocking video surfaces in court.

22 min

Whose Bike is it Anyway?

A messy breakup leaves ex-lovers fighting over a child's bike; she claims it was a gift for her son, while he insists it belonged to his daughter. The dispute sparks restraining orders and smashed property.

24 min

Stay For Free, Got My Degree

A cash-strapped USC business student claims his L.A. rental was so cold and moldy it made him sick. The landlord says he ignored the lease, filed secret complaints and still had energy for a backpacking trip.

27 min

Sugar Daddy's Love Sick Loan

After meeting on a sugar daddy website, a man says he spent up to $20,000 on a woman, but draws the line at a $600 rent loan she promised to repay. She insists it was just part of the deal but he sends her more money the morning of court.

22 min

"Paws Up" Don't Shoot

A charging pit bull is shot by police after brutally mauling a woman just steps from her car. She's demanding $10K for medical bills and trauma, backed by graphic video and photos. The dog's owners claim her bills are inflated.

26 min

Ripped Off Ride (1)

In part one of this case, a used truck advertised with no problems turns out to be a total lemon, triggering a $10K fraud claim against its teenage seller.

25 min

Ripped Off Ride (2)

Surprise mechanic testimony reveals the teen ignored major repairs. She denies accusations of tampering with over 200,000 miles on the odometer.

21 min

Italian-Flavored Bad Behavior

An opera impresario demands $10K back from the LA Italian Festival, claiming they misused his sponsorship funds. His wife, a professional soprano, delivers a live performance during the court proceedings.

26 min

Promises, Palimony and Police

After cheating ended their 16-year relationship, a man says he was forced to sign a breakup contract promising to pay his ex's rent in exchange for his freedom. They're locked in a $10K legal battle over unregistered firearms, missing property and her not-so-subtle war with his new girlfriend.

25 min

Fowl Play

An Air Force veteran with PTSD raised hens as emotional support animals until two neighbourhood dogs escaped and killed ten of them in a violent attack caught on video. Now he's suing the dog owner and property owner for $10K.

27 min

Racist Road Rage Wreck

Tense bodycam footage and a dramatic 911 call capture the chaotic aftermath of a road rage crash. One driver is arrested after hurling racial slurs. The other makes an aggressive lane change and claims assault.

24 min

Hurricane-Saw Tree Massacre

A fallen palm tree with sentimental roots sparks a $5,000 courtroom feud between longtime Florida neighbours. One side calls it trespassing and trauma, the other calls it hazardous hurricane cleanup.

24 min

Courtroom Clash Between Counsel & Client

An attorney sues a longtime client for unpaid fees after rushing to help her with an eviction case. She calls it a favor but melts down in court when the bill comes due.

23 min

Scamming 101

An 18-year-old sues his former middle school friend for $1,400 over two sets of tires bought through a sketchy social media account. The defendant says he sold the account and walked away but shocking video evidence links him to a past credit card scam.

26 min

The Bat and the Backlash

After trying to silence her name-calling neighbour with a baseball bat, a woman is swiftly arrested. She takes him to court and suing for emotional distress, property damage and the cost of her bail.

25 min

Driving a Wedge Between Family

A teen sues her aunt for keeping over $6,000 from a car refinance she says was rightfully hers. The aunt fires back, claiming she's owed the full court max for years of food, clothing and care while the teen's mother was in prison.

27 min

Crypto Chiro's Downward Spiral

In this episode, the Judges hear two shocking cases involving the same chiropractor. First, a woman sues her longtime doctor for misusing her $10,000 loan to feed a hidden gambling addiction - an addiction he admits drove him to take money from 25 patients. Then, another former patient claims he was tricked into "investing" thousands and now wants his money back.

24 min

The Wall Came Tumbling Down

A crumbling wall sets off a feud between neighbors after one catches the other's crew tearing it down and runs to the police. What follows is a clash over trespassing, messy boundaries and whether it was a safety fix or just bad neighbor behavior.

25 min

Family Ties, Trips & Lies

A luxury family trip to Italy turns into a $10K lawsuit when a woman sues a family member for backing out last-minute and skipping payments on a car she helped finance. He alleges that unspoken rifts over identity, not just money, are driving the dispute.

25 min

Misdialed and Messed up Manual Labor

An unlicensed contractor fails in his attempt to pour a level cement patio and is sued for $6k when water leaks into his client's basement. He says there were major drainage issues long before he arrived on the scene.

24 min

The $5,000 Tip Trick

After a night of wings and pickle-back shots, a customer leaves a $5,000 tip on a $23 bar tab, only to reverse it the next day claiming he meant to leave $50. The bar owner sues for the loss, while a surprise witness says the big gesture was no accident.

25 min

You Kidnapped My Son! (Part 1)

In part one of this explosive two-part case, a frantic couple accuse a woman of kidnapping their 15-year-old son claiming she hid him for months and lead them to hire a private investigator to bring him home.

23 min

You Kidnapped My Son! (Part 2)

In part two, the woman strikes back with a $10K countersuit, insisting she was protecting the teen from abuse and emotional neglect. She says the parents' public accusations destroyed her reputation and mental health.

21 min

Cabinet Catastrophe

A couple hired a charming handyman they met at a bar, but when he failed to finish their job, excuses fly, tensions rise, and blame shifts from faulty tools to the wife's attitude.

25 min

Bone Appetit!

When a rescue dog bites a woman, severely injuring her, its distraught owner claims the victim is at fault, sparking a contentious legal battle.

23 min

Wedding Not Planned

An engaged couple sues their wedding planners for double charges and unpaid vendors just weeks before their big day. The planner fires back with a $10K countersuit over fraud claims, a slur and a dramatic courtroom walkout.

22 min

The Last Ride

After a ten-year relationship ends, a man sues his ex for half of their car and insists that he only put the vehicle in her name to protect his large inheritance from liability claims.

24 min

Lawnmower Sibling Spat

A "cancer-stricken" brother says his sister's husband pulled a gun during a fight over a lawnmower he pawned for meds. She says he faked the illness and still owes her money.

25 min

Good Deed or Bad Roommate?

A mother sues her daughter's ex-boyfriend for $10K in rent and utilities after their messy household split. He insists he co-signed out of love, paid more than his share and was effectively pushed out of a home he helped secure.

27 min

Seeking Wreck-Ognition

Breakup Before the Boarding Pass