A free repair estimate from a body shop could have easily been over a couple thousand dollars. Even if you weren't seeking compensation, the quantified proof of

A free repair estimate from a body shop could have easily been over a couple thousand dollars. Even if you weren't seeking compensation, the quantified proof of damages can go a long way towards helping other adults realize that you were not just being a prick about it. I wonder how the landlord would have felt about covering that repair bill if you agreed to let the kids back into your yard?