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Posted by notbob on 06/02/06 17:46
On 2006-06-02, Bob <spam@uce.gov> wrote:
> http://www.usps.com/forms/_pdf/ps1000.pdf
>
> +++
> 3. Proof of Damage and/or Estimate of Repair: For damage, loss, or
> partial loss of contents, the addressee must present the
> following:
> (a) The container, wrapping, packaging, and any contents that were
> received;
> (b) The original mailing receipt, or other proof of mailing specified
> in paragraph 1, above;
> (c) Evidence of value; and
> (d) Estimate of repair (if applicable).
> NOTE: Do not return the damaged parcel(s) to the mailer to file the
> claim. Either the addressee or the mailer may file claims for
> damage or loss of contents.
> +++
>
> What part of "Either the addressee or the mailer may file claims for
> damage or loss of contents" don't you understand, you fucking retard?
LOL!....
Well, I guess you win, technically speaking. But, could it be anymore
confusing? Either the mailer or the addressee can file, but if it's a
case of damaged goods, the addressee has to file because shipping the
damaged goods back to the mailer is another chance for damage, so it's
forbidden. That means it's pointless for the mailer to file, as they
don't have the physical evidence. So, the addressee must file using
the docs the mailer sends him, unless the USPS has some sort of
foolproof inter-PO messaging system I'm unaware of, and I doubt it.
It's definitely a hassle no matter how one looks at it.
This makes one argument in favor of the seller charging for insurance
and keeping the money and just replacing the occansional lost/damaged
goods. Same protection, less hassle. Specially with items like CD's
and such. Maybe this approach should get its own term, like
"self-insured goods charge" or SIGC or whatever. But, what if it's a
damaged $28K grilled cheese sandwich? Then, the buyer is going to
want to see that insurance receipt and he'll be consulting a lawyer
and if the add said insurance and none was purchased, there's going to
be Hell to pay and the lawyer may go after deep pockets ebay. Yes,
I'm thinking ebay may have to deal with this issue eventually.
Just thought I'd add my 2¢, as a soon-to-be seller. It's been
enlightening. ;)
nb
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