Originally Posted by 14Accent
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The question is this: how would you pursue this? I just can't shake the feeling that the hospital is liable here. The crime was committed on their property, under their watch, in what's supposed to be a secure area. How do you just not notice someone going through someone else's belongings? At the very least, I'd like a written apology and some better training, but that hardly fixes the problem. I have no idea what kind of outcome I'm looking for, really, so I'll throw it to the audience and see how everyone else feels.
I wouldn't blame the hospital, that is for sure. Secure area? I dont agree with you. Dont pass the buck, you carry a card with you, secure it.
If you cant secure it, leave the debit card at home and carry a credit card where you are not liable for unauthorized charges.
Many debit cards offer the same but have a "catch" if not reported right away.