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Budget Demands $2,080.93 To Repair Preexisting Damage

Kevin noted on his Budget rental forms that his truck was covered with graffiti and other nicks and scratches before driving off the lot. As soon as he returned the truck, the lot agent pointed out a slew of damage and invited him inside. He said that Kevin had two options: pay $670 in cash immediately, or pay several thousand dollars to corporate later. Kevin paid the extortion fee, but now Budget's corporate office wants $2,080 to repair, among other things, graffiti damage. More »

9:17 AM on Sun Mar 9 2008
By Carey
12,427 views, 51 comments

Latest by painfullyblunt: just another reason to get a cameraphone, use it to document any and all damage before driving off the lot. more »

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RIAA Accused Of Extortion and Conspiracy

According to Recording Industry vs The People, a new RIAA case in Tampa, Florida has some interesting counterclaims by the consumer, including extortion, conspiracy, and deceptive trade practices.
In the case of UMG v. Del Cid, the defendant has filed the following five (5) counterclaims against the RIAA, under Florida, federal, and California law:
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1:57 PM on Mon Jun 4 2007
By Meg Marco
16,633 views, 25 comments

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Like a Good Neighbor, State Farm is There With a Helping Hand and a Hatchet

Harry writes in a tale of what he describes as extortion by State Farm Insurance. More »