theft
Getting ripped off by a vending machine
<p>I bought something from a vending machine and it only gave me 6 dollars in change when it should've given me 9. This is stealing and I was very unhappy but didn't want to waste my time asking the owner to get my $3 back because it would be a hassle and 20 minutes of my time is very valuable, worth much more than $3. Can I ask the manager for 20 dollars refund because of the cost of my time?</p>

<p>You can ask the manager, but you probably won't get. </p>

<p>Your legal entitlement is to $3 of compensatory damages period and maybe court costs if any if a lawsuit is brought. </p>

<p>Without an intent to steal (which is unlikely) it isn't theft, it is just a breach of a contract for the sale of goods, or unjust enrichment.</p>
