2010 MacBook was repaired by Apple but case is misaligned

I can't remember why I had to take it in for service but after I got it back the case was slightly misaligned.  It was off by just enough to not let me get a headphone jack in and the connection to the power adapter has been intermittent at best.  When its plugged in to the power adapter, it works but the power indicator says, for the most part, "(Not Charging.)" 
I know I should have returned immediately but the power problem wasn't terrible at that time and I was able to get a headphone jack in finally.
I do not want to pay for this repair...Apple would like me to.
Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance!

Get a USB Audio adapter from MacAlly or Griffin Technologies.
Next time when you get a repair, inspect everything within the warranty period of the repair (which typically is 90 days).

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