The People’s Court Podcast

First, the plaintiff says the defendant, an old friend, brokered a car sale on his behalf but pulled a switcheroo at the last minute. He believed he was buying a 1998 Pontiac, but when he received the title, it turned out to be a 1994. The defendant refuses to return the money, so the plaintiff is suing for a refund. Then, the plaintiff says the defendant, her former landlord, abruptly told her to vacate the property without explanation. When she asked for her security deposit back, he refused. She’s suing for the return of that deposit. The defendant says the plaintiff was a messy tenant and he no longer wanted her in the unit. He claims she left behind 30 large bags of garbage and caused significant damage to the apartment. Plus, the plaintiff says he was riding his motorcycle when the defendant’s dog suddenly charged at him. He struck the dog, flipped over, and suffered cracked ribs. He says he’s lucky to be alive. The police issued the defendant a ticket for having an unleashed dog. After sending a letter requesting compensation and receiving no response, he’s now suing for damages. The defendant says the dog reacted to the sound of the motorcycle and ran toward it. He claims the plaintiff accelerated rather than slowing down, which is why the collision occurred. 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 his dump truck when it died in the middle of the road. The police called the defendant to tow the vehicle, and he later presented the plaintiff with a $750 bill. The plaintiff says the tow was only 10 miles and is suing for lost wages and legal fees. The defendant says his driver charged $200 for the emergency tow, but the plaintiff offered only $100. When his driver refused the partial payment, he informed the plaintiff the vehicle would be taken back to the shop, which would cost another $200. He claims the plaintiff later showed up at the shop, became aggressive, and was arrested after police were called. Then, the plaintiff says he was hired to dig a water well on the defendant’s property. He drilled and dug the well, but no water was found. He claims the defendant accused him of drilling in the wrong spot and refused to pay. He is suing for unpaid services. The defendant says he marked the spot with a stake after using a dozer to locate water, but the plaintiff drilled about five feet away from the mark. He argues that the plaintiff failed to drill in the correct location, didn’t find water, and won’t be paid until he does. Plus, the plaintiff says she agreed to rent a room in the defendant’s home but changed her mind before moving in. She claims the defendant promised to refund her deposit, but he hasn’t, so she’s suing. The defendant says the plaintiff and her girlfriend gave him the money to hold the room. A few days later, she backed out, began making threats, and even involved the police. 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 hired the defendant to repair her refrigerator, but he failed to fix it and left two large holes in her kitchen. She’s suing for the cost of repairs. The defendant says he advised her to replace the refrigerator entirely, but she insisted on a repair. He claims she agreed to let him cut holes in the wall to vent a new compressor. Then, one of the plaintiffs says she went to an out-of-town wedding for the weekend, and when she returned, there was a large hole in her front door, the lock was missing, and notices indicated that the defendant, their landlord, needed access to the unit. The plaintiffs claim they were effectively evicted and are suing for the return of their security deposit and travel-related damages. The defendant says the plaintiffs left the apartment a mess and is countersuing for window repairs. Plus, the plaintiff says she was driving near her local country club when she suddenly heard a loud clunk. Her windshield had been shattered by a golf ball. She says she tried calling the defendant several times to settle the issue, but he ignored her. She’s suing for the cost of repairs. The defendant says he would take responsibility, but there’s no proof he was the one who hit the ball. 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 hired as a dishwasher at the defendant’s restaurant and was never paid. He’s suing for unpaid wages. The defendant, the shop manager, claims he paid the plaintiff in cash, but the plaintiff threw the money in his face. Then, the plaintiff says the defendant, a dog groomer, cut her dog so deeply that it required stitches at the vet. She claims the defendant blamed her when she called to complain. She’s suing for vet bills and punitive damages. The defendant says the dog was in terrible condition when brought in, but she groomed him well and saw no injuries at pickup. She claims the plaintiff didn’t complain until four days later. The defendant is countersuing for lost wages. Plus, the plaintiffs say they rented rooms in the defendant’s boarding house, but the conditions were a nightmare, especially the faulty electricity. They’re suing for return of their rent and security deposit. The defendant claims the plaintiffs were caught stealing electricity from other tenants, and when he stopped them, they retaliated by moving out. He also accuses them of burning carpet, breaking a window, and damaging the refrigerator. He’s countersuing for property damage. 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’s known the defendant since birth and believed in his musical talent. He claims he built a home studio and signed the defendant to a recording deal, but the defendant skipped sessions and acted unprofessionally. He’s suing to recoup his investment. The defendant says the plaintiff was his manager and failed to promote him properly. He claims the sessions were poorly managed and all his songs came out horribly. Then, the plaintiff says he’s known the defendant for 30 years and brought his motorcycle to his shop for repair. He claims the defendant failed to add transmission oil, ruining it completely. He’s suing for the cost of a new transmission and labor. The defendant, a mechanic for 40 years, says he never touched the transmission and blames the plaintiff for rushing the pickup. He’s shocked to be sued by a longtime friend. Plus, the plaintiff says he bought the defendant’s condo, and the contract stated that a built-in wall unit and two matching nightstands were included. They were present during the walk-through but missing when he moved in. He’s suing for the value of the items. The defendant says her broker told her the buyer wanted to purchase the built-ins after the sale, but his offer was too low, so she declined and kept them. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices