There was a trouble-maker in Judge Judy's courtroom today -- but it wasn't a boisterous defendant! Rather, the 5.4-grade earthquake that rocked Los Angeles late Tuesday morning also brought Judge Judy's taping to an abrupt halt, as seen in our video above. Brace yourself for the sight of the set trembling and groaning as the natural disaster makes its force felt!

The "Big Brother" set also was surprised by the quake. Watch as the stars of the reality show gasp and huddle together, wondering what to do!

L.A. and its surrounding areas sustained no major damage or injuries from quake.