DEAR ABBY: My 16-year-old son agreed to download music onto his cousin's iPod in his absence. Unfortunately, our dog got hold of the iPod and chewed the leather case it was in and damaged the screen.
Who should be responsible for the replacement of the iPod ($450 plus $40 for the leather case)? I think the responsibility lies with both parties and the cost should be split in half.
Please share your thoughts ASAP. Because this concerns family, it could create real animosity if it is not handled properly. -- MUSICAL DILEMMA
DEAR MUSICAL DILEMMA: I do not agree with you. The person who should pay to replace the damaged iPod is the person whose carelessness resulted in the dog destroying it. Look at it this way: Often the most expensive lesson is the most effective -- and this one is a doozy!