Other guy's movers messing with my bike

[Eggysrun]

So these movers decided it would be ok to not only block my vehicle with their moving truck, but also physically moved my motorcycle out of the way so they could have more room.

I am pretty pissed off because they thought it'd be ok to not just put their hands on my motorcycle, but actually move it.

I confronted them, they basically didn't give a shit and the guy moving in basically took responsibility and tried calming things down which is fine but the movers are basically getting away with this kind of behavior.

I'd like to file a complaint to the company (North American van line), not because of any damages but simple principle. Am I over reacting? Should I just let it go? Or should I file the complaint?

[Canuckistani]

Personally, I'd be pissed too, because it's the principle of the issue.

That said, there really isn't much benefit in filing a complaint over something like this. They definitely should have asked, but give them the benefit of the doubt; maybe they were trying to do the best job possible for their customer, and thought that moving the bike was the best course of action at the time.

No damage was done, so I'd just let it slide. Not worth getting worked up over, really.

[jplove71]

Or should I file the complaint?

I would file a complaint about them blocking the driveway. What if you had to leave unexpectedly for an emergency?

[sniper7]

I'd definitely be pissed. I would file a complaint for sure. You can't just move someones property without asking. They should have talked to you first...a knock on the door, something...

[Mazin]

File the complaint, what would have happened if they dumped it, You think they would own up to it? Touching one mans bike is right up there with grabbing his girlfriend IMHO.

[clublights]

File the complaint, what would have happened if they dumped it, You think they would own up to it? Touching one mans bike is right up there with grabbing his girlfriend IMHO.

This...

Hell I know guys that would let you touch thier girl long before you could touch thier bike....


I'd file the complaint ... They should be happy there was no ass beating administered

[Adawg38]

That'd piss me off! I'd definitely file a complaint, they don't get in someones car if it's unlocked and pop the clutch to roll it out of the way do they? If they won't move call the po po and let them know your driveway is being blocked. Everything could of been avoided by a simple knock on the door asking you to possibly move your bike.

[BushMasterBoy]

I'd be looking at a alarm system. Alarm goes off, call the 911. When the authorities arrive, make them think the movers were stealing the bike! Give them that trespass upon you some grief too...

[tmleadr03]

File the complaint, what would have happened if they dumped it, You think they would own up to it? Touching one mans bike is right up there with grabbing his girlfriend IMHO.

You are way off base. I would be less pissed if someone touched my girlfriend.

[lead_magnet]

I would have notified law enforcement:


42-5-103. Tampering with a motor vehicle

(1) Any person who with criminal intent does any of the following to a motor vehicle or to any part, equipment, attachment, accessory, or appurtenance contained in or forming a part thereof without the knowledge and consent of the owner of such motor vehicle commits tampering with a motor vehicle:

(a) Tightens or loosens any bolt, bracket, wire, screw, or other fastening contained in, contained on, or forming a part of such motor vehicle; or

(b) Shifts or changes the gears or brakes of such motor vehicle; or

(c) Scratches, mars, marks, or otherwise damages such motor vehicle or any part thereof; or

(d) Adds any substance or liquid to the gas tank, carburetor, oil, radiator, or any other part of such motor vehicle; or

(e) Aids, abets, or assists in the commission or attempted commission of any such unlawful act or acts enumerated in this subsection (1).

(2) Tampering with a motor vehicle is:

(a) A class 1 misdemeanor if the damage is less than one thousand dollars;

(b) A class 5 felony if the damage is one thousand dollars or more but less than twenty thousand dollars;

(c) A class 3 felony if the damage is twenty thousand dollars or more or causes bodily injury to a person.


It might not stick, that would depend on where the bike was located, was it in gear etc... but for damn sure notify the company and advise them of what took place was well as this law ^. The only reason this probably wouldn't stick is due to this "with criminal intent"... but its close enough to get your point across.