Hot Bench Season 3 Episode 7 Buddha the Biting Pit Bull!; Epilepsy, Anxiety and the Boyfriend

In this episode of Hot Bench, Judge Tanya Acker presides over the case of a pit bull named Buddha who allegedly bit a young man, causing serious injury. The plaintiff, Nicholas, claims that he was walking down the street when Buddha attacked him without provocation, causing him to suffer nerve damage and ongoing pain. The defendant, Buddha's owner, argues that Nicholas was trespassing on her property and that her dog was acting in self-defense.

As the case unfolds, it becomes clear that there are deeper issues at play. Nicholas admits to being anxious and nervous around dogs, while the defendant raises concerns about Nicholas' use of medication for epilepsy. The judges must navigate a complex web of legal, medical, and emotional factors in order to determine who is at fault for the incident and what the appropriate remedy should be.

Meanwhile, Judge Patricia DiMango hears the case of a woman who is seeking to break her lease after her boyfriend's sudden onset of seizures. The plaintiff claims that the apartment complex failed to accommodate her boyfriend's medical needs, putting him in danger and causing her significant stress and anxiety. The defendant argues that they did everything they could to accommodate the couple, and that the plaintiff is ultimately responsible for her own emotional distress.

Throughout both cases, the judges ask tough questions and demand clear evidence in order to make fair and just decisions. Along the way, they grapple with issues of personal responsibility, community safety, and the challenging intersection of law and medicine. Ultimately, the outcome of each case hinges on the judges' ability to weigh the complex factors at play and determine the appropriate course of action.