Why doesn't DirecTV insure the equipment against fire? Thus covering the cost of people who've genuinely had a tragic fire, and still able to go after people who should pay?<p>From the headline I thought it was going to be an automated system still sending letters.<p>> <i>Commenting on a complaint from a Mr.Arthur Purdey about a large gas bill, a spokesman for North West gas said "We agree it was rather high for the time of year. It's possible Mr.Purdey has been charged for the gas used up during the explosion that blew his house to pieces." (Bangkok Post)</i>
It doesn't seem like a particularly smart thing to do, since for the sake of $400 they've ensured at least one customer will <i>never</i> use their $10-$50 / month service again...