As we’ve stated a number of times, there are many companies that either aren’t aware of the laws around gift cards, don’t train their staff properly, or just don’t care to obey them. So when company refuses to give you cash back for your gift card valued under $10 (in California), it may not be worth the couple of bucks to you to file a complaint with the proper authorities, but it will help the next guy who tries to get their money.

Do the right thing.