Protection & Support Plan Terms & Conditions
These terms govern Flex Protect service contracts. Together with your Order Confirmation, they set out your coverage, exclusions, claim process and cancellation rights.
FORM 157290 (10-25)
Your Order Confirmation determines what is actually covered. Coverage varies by product and by the plan purchased — only the products and breakdown types listed on your own Order Confirmation are eligible. Read this document alongside it.
This Plan is a service contract, not an insurance policy, and it does not replace the manufacturer’s warranty. The Obligor is AIG WarrantyGuard, Inc. (AIG Warranty Services of Florida, Inc. in Florida and Oklahoma). The Administrator is Service Net Warranty, LLC.
Some sections are modified by the state you live in. See State-Specific Disclosures — those changes override the general terms where they conflict.
Introduction
These Protection & Support Plan terms and conditions and Your Order Confirmation (“Plan”) govern the service contract between You and Us on the Covered Products, including coverage information, claim instructions, cancellation rights, limitations and exclusions, and other important information. Please read this document carefully to fully understand Your Plan’s coverage.
NOTICE: (1) THIS PLAN DOES NOT REPLACE THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY FOR THE COVERED PRODUCT; (2) THIS PLAN IS NOT AN INSURANCE POLICY; and (3) THE PURCHASE OF THIS PLAN IS NOT REQUIRED TO EITHER PURCHASE YOUR PRODUCT OR TO OBTAIN FINANCING FOR IT.
This Plan requires the resolution of disputes through individual small claims action or individual arbitration. Please read Section 10 for further information that affects Your legal rights.
Definitions
Under this Plan, the following terms have the meanings set forth below:
Accidental Damage from Handling (“ADH”): damage from a single, unexpected, sudden, and unintentional event.
“Administrator” means Service Net Warranty, LLC, 650 Missouri Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130, (800) 250-3819.
“Coverage Start Date” means the date that coverage under Your Plan begins, as indicated on Your Order Confirmation. If Your Plan includes a Wait Period, please note that Your Coverage Start Date is later than the Purchase Date.
“Covered Breakdown(s)” is defined in Section 4.
“Covered Product” means the product(s) that are covered under this Plan, including any accessories in the original packaging. The Covered Product(s) will be listed on Your Order Confirmation.
“Power Surge” means a sudden and temporary increase in electrical voltage in a power outlet or circuit resulting in appliance, device or system failure.
“Expiration Date” means the date that coverage under this Plan ends, as listed in Your Order Confirmation, subject to prior fulfillment, termination, or cancellation.
“Initial Term” is defined in Section 3.
“Obligor,” “We,” “Us,” and “Our” mean AIG WarrantyGuard, Inc., 500 W. Madison Street, Ste. 3000, Chicago, IL 60661, (800) 343-4441, except in Florida and Oklahoma where they mean AIG Warranty Services of Florida, Inc., 1767 WSR 434, West Longwood, FL 32750, (800) 343-4441.
“OEM Expiration Date” means the date that the original equipment manufacturer or other supplier’s written warranty included with the purchase of the Covered Product expires. Please keep copies of Your original warranty card and proof of Covered Product delivery, as both may be needed to determine Your Covered Product’s OEM Expiration Date during the claims process. If You are unable to provide reasonable proof of the OEM Expiration Date while initiating a claim, the OEM Expiration Date will be reasonably determined from information available.
“Order Confirmation” means the purchase confirmation email or document that You receive from the Administrator for this Plan that identifies the Plan Purchase Date, Covered Product, Coverage Start Date, Expiration Date, Plan Price, Service Fee, if any, and other important terms applicable to this Plan.
“Plan” is defined in Section 1.
“Plan Price” means the total price that You paid for each Covered Product under this Plan, as listed on the Order Confirmation.
“Plan Purchase Date” means the date You purchased this Plan, as listed on Your Order Confirmation.
“Renewal Term” is defined in Section 3.
“Seller” means the entity that sold you this Plan, as identified on Your Order Confirmation.
“Repair/Replacement Services” means the repair, replacement, or reimbursement service benefit(s) that may be provided to You under this Plan for Covered Products, as further described below in Section 5.
“Service Fee” means the non-refundable administrative fee that You are required to pay per Repair/Replacement Services claim, if any, prior to receiving Repair/Replacement Services under this Plan. If a Service Fee applies to Your Plan, it will be included on Your Order Confirmation.
“Shipping Date” means the date of Covered Product shipment to You. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if You provide Us with sufficient proof of delivery at the time of initiating a claim (such as a bill of lading, delivery confirmation from the courier, or other reasonable proof), the Shipping Date will be the date of Covered Product delivery.
“Term” is defined in Section 3.
“WAIT PERIOD” MEANS THE PERIOD FROM THE PLAN PURCHASE DATE UNITL THE COVERAGE START DATE, IF ANY, WHERE ANY LOSSES AND CLAIMS ARE INELIGIBLE FOR COVERAGE. IF A WAIT PERIOD APPLIES TO YOUR PLAN, IT WILL BE INCLUDED ON YOUR ORDER CONFIRMATION. THE WAIT PERIOD, IF ANY, APPLIES TO THE INITIAL TERM AND DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY RENEWAL TERM.
“You” and “Your” means the original purchaser of the Covered Product and this Plan or any valid transferee or assignee of the Plan owner.
Coverage Term
This Plan commences on the Plan Purchase Date and remains in effect until the Expiration Date (“Initial Term”). If You selected a monthly subscription Plan, this Plan will automatically renew at the end of the Initial Term for subsequent monthly terms (each, a “Renewal Term”), unless it is properly cancelled, terminated, or non-renewed. The Initial Term together with any Renewal Term under this Plan are collectively referred to as the “Term.”
IF THIS PLAN INCLUDES A WAIT PERIOD, AS INDICATED ON YOUR ORDER CONFIRMATION, ANY LOSSES THAT OCCUR OR TAKE PLACE DURING THE WAIT PERIOD ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR COVERAGE.
For monthly subscription Plans: The Plan Price must be paid in accordance with Your payment schedule for You to remain eligible for coverage. We reserve the right to change or modify the Plan Price or coverage terms applicable to any Renewal Term by providing You with at least thirty (30) days’ prior written notice. BY AGREEING TO AUTOMATIC RENEWAL AND ACCEPTING THIS PLAN, YOU AUTHORIZE US TO CHARGE YOUR DESIGNATED DEBIT CARD, CREDIT CARD, CHECKING OR SAVINGS ACCOUNT, OR OTHER ACCOUNT, AS APPLICABLE, FOR THE PLAN PRICE ON THE APPLICABLE RENEWAL DATE. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO NOT RENEW THIS PLAN AT OUR DISCRETION. To make a payment or make changes to your designated payment method, call (202) 596-5883.
If a Covered Product is being serviced when this Plan expires, coverage will be extended until the applicable Repair/Replacement Services are completed.
Eligibility
The Covered Product must be in good working order as of the Coverage Start Date and must be properly maintained and operated throughout the Term, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, to be eligible for coverage.
This Plan does not cover pre-existing conditions or losses to a Covered Product that occurred prior to the Coverage Start Date.
The Covered Product will not be eligible for coverage if the serial or model numbers or labels have been removed, defaced, or made illegible.
We may require You to provide Your Plan’s Contract Number, Your Covered Product’s original purchase receipt, and other relevant information to be eligible for coverage. Please keep these documents in a readily accessible location for future use.
Your Plan payment(s) must be current to receive service.
Covered Breakdowns
Subject to this Plan’s limitations and exclusions, We will provide eligible Repair/Replacement Services for Covered Product(s) upon the occurrence of breakdowns, failures, or damages which are expressly identified as covered on Your Order Confirmation (“Covered Breakdown(s)”). For the avoidance of doubt, the below losses must be indicated as covered on Your Order Confirmation to be eligible for Repair/Replacement Services as Covered Breakdowns:
Mechanical/Electrical Failures: The Covered Product fails to perform as the manufacturer intended during normal usage due to structural or operational failure(s) caused by defects in materials or workmanship.
Power Surge: The Covered Product fails to perform as the manufacturer intended during normal usage due to structural or operational failure(s) caused by a Power Surge. Power Surge coverage will not apply to the Covered Product if a surge protection device is not in use at the time of breakdown, failure, or damage.
Accidental Damage from Handling: The Covered Product fails to perform as the manufacturer intended due to Accidental Damage from Handling during normal usage, such as accidental drops or liquid spills. During the claims process, ADH coverage requires an explanation of where, when, and how the accidental damage occurred, including a detailed description of the fortuitous event. Failure to provide this information may result in claim denial.
For clarity, a Covered Product fails to perform as the manufacturer intended when the Covered Product, under normal and intended use, fails to function substantially in accordance with the Covered Product’s technical specifications or accompanying product documentation, as provided by the manufacturer at the time of the Covered Product’s purchase.
Repair / Replacement Services
Subject to this Plan’s limitations and exclusions, if Your Covered Product experiences a Covered Breakdown, We will, at Our sole discretion, provide You with one or more of the following Repair/Replacement Services: (1) repair the Covered Product; (2) replace the Covered Product with an item of like-kind and quality; or (3) reimburse You for the lesser of: (a) the fair market value of a unit of comparable specifications; or (b) the price You paid for the Covered Product, excluding sales tax and installation fees, as indicated on Your original sales receipt.
The Administrator will inform You what type of service Your Covered Product qualifies for when You file Your claim. The Administrator must have the option to first attempt any covered repair services through its network of third-party service providers. If the Administrator cannot perform repair services through its network for any reason, We may, at Our sole discretion, authorize You to hire an independent service provider to evaluate Your Covered Product. We will reimburse You for any covered repairs services that are properly submitted to Us, subject to the limitations and conditions set forth in this Plan. You are also responsible for the following:
You must ensure that Your service provider is properly licensed and insured to perform the required repair services. If requested, You must provide Your service provider’s proof of insurance and licensing.
Before You pay for any repairs, We highly recommend that You submit the diagnosis and repair estimate to Us for review to help determine coverage eligibility. After the Covered Product is diagnosed and repair estimate submitted to Us, We may approve the use of Your service provider to complete any covered repairs. If You pay for repair services before submitting the diagnosis to Us, You bear the risk of any costs that ultimately may not be covered by this Plan.
You must provide Us with a paid itemized receipt, invoice, or statement within ninety (90) from receiving Our authorization to use a service provider of Your choosing. The invoice or statement must be printed on business stationery and include the name, address, and telephone number of Your service provider, as well as a complete description of all services provided and charges incurred. Invoices can be submitted using one of the below methods: Email: warranty-reimbursementrequest@aig.com; Fax: 866-211-8125; or Mail: AIG Attention: Claims Payable, 650 Missouri Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130.
Service options which may be available and provided to You, in Our sole discretion, are described in more detail below.
On-Site Service. We may send a repair technician to Your Covered Product location to provide diagnosis and repair services for Your Covered Product. Please ensure that an adult (18-years or older) is present at the time of the Repair/Replacement Service. The service provider must have safe working conditions at and around the Covered Product. Unsafe conditions include the presence of animals or insects in the work area, a threatening work environment, or the presence of bodily fluids on or near the Covered Product. The Covered Product must be made accessible to the technician to perform the necessary repairs. If the Covered Product is not accessible, the service provider will have the option of declining to provide service or assessing You an additional charge (at Your expense) for making the Covered Product accessible.
Carry-In Service. We may request to have Your Covered Product repaired at a nearby facility of Our choosing. You will be responsible for transporting Your Covered Product to and from the nearby repair facility.
Depot Repair Service: We may repair Your Covered Product at or from Our repair depot location and mail Your Covered Product back to You. This plan does not cover the shipping costs for Covered Products that meet the following criteria: (i) TV’s over 42”; (ii) E-mobility; (iii) major appliances; and (iv) kitchen appliances. For all other Covered Products, We will provide You with a pre-paid shipping label, or prepaid mailing box with a shipping label, to send Us Your malfunctioning Covered Product, as applicable. This Plan only provides coverage for standard shipping.
Replacement Service: We may replace the Covered Product with an item of like-kind and quality. Product replacement is limited to one (1) replacement per Plan Term. We may require You to send Us pictures of the damage for inspection prior to replacing Your Covered Product. If We replace the Covered Product or reimburse You for the Covered Product, We may, at Our discretion, require the damaged product to be returned to Us (or Our designee) at Our expense.
Reimbursement Service: Subject to the Limit of Liability set forth in Section 9, We may reimburse You up to the price You paid for the Covered Product, less taxes, any applicable discounts, and installation fees, as indicated on Your sales receipt or order confirmation. At the Administrator’s discretion, reimbursements may be in the form of a check, ACH payment, prepaid debit/credit cards, gift card, a purchase-only credit to your online account with Seller, or an electronic payment.
Repair Parts/Replacement Products.
Any repaired or replaced product that You receive under the Covered Product’s applicable manufacturer or supplier warranty will continue to be covered under this Plan for the remainder of the Term.
At the Administrator’s sole discretion, repair parts or replacement products may be new, used, refurbished, non-original, or remanufactured and may not match the exact model or color as the original Covered Product. Refurbished or remanufactured products will be of equal or similar features and functionality that perform to the factory specifications of the original Covered Product. Technological advances or changing market conditions may result in a replacement product with a lower selling price than the original Covered Product.
Service Fee. You must pay the Service Fee per Repair/Replacement Services claim, if any, prior to receiving any Repair/Replacement Services under this Plan. Any required Services Fee will be collected by the Administrator through a valid credit or debit card payment at the time of opening a Repair/Replacement Services claim. The Service Fee is non-refundable. Please refer to Your Order Confirmation to determine if a Service Fee applies to Your Plan.
Limit of Liability.
Fixed Term Plans: For fixed term plans (excluding cell phone coverage), Our maximum, aggregate limit of liability for all covered Repair/Replacement Services during the Term is: (1) Replacement with a product of like-kind and quality; (2) reimbursement of the lesser of: (a) market value of an item of comparable specifications; or (b) purchase price You paid for the Covered Product, excluding sales tax and installation fees; or (3) the total of all authorized repairs up to the original purchase price of the Covered Product, as indicated on Your original sales receipt, excluding sales tax and installation fees. If We have met any of the above conditions specified in (1), (2), or (3) of this Limit of Liability section, We will have fulfilled all Repair/Replacement Services obligations owed under this Plan and no more Repair/Replacement Services claims will be eligible for coverage. If We replace the Covered Product or reimburse You for the Covered Product, We may, at Our discretion, require the damaged product to be returned to Us (or our designee) at Our expense.
Monthly Subscription Plans: For monthly subscription plans this Plan provides coverage for up to two (2) covered Repair/Replacement Services per rolling twelve (12) month period based on the date of the first repair or replacement incident. If the claim limit is reached, no further repairs or replacements will be provided for the remainder of the twelve (12) month rolling period. In no instance will Our liability under this Plan exceed the retail price of the Covered Product.
Cell Phone Coverage: For all cell phone coverage (fixed term or monthly subscription), this Plan provides coverage for up to two (2) covered Repair/Replacement Services per rolling twelve (12) month period based on the date of the first repair or replacement incident. If the claim limit is reached, no further repairs or replacements will be provided for the remainder of the twelve (12) month rolling period. In no instance will Our liability under this Plan exceed the retail price of the Covered Product.
Jewelry Coverage: In addition to the applicable limits stated in this Section 9, Repair/Replacement Services for jewelry shall not exceed, on a per claim basis, the lesser of: (1) the retail value of the Covered Product; or (2) $5,000.
No Lemon Policy: This Plan provides that following the expiration of the term of the Covered Product’s original equipment manufacturer’s warranty, and subject to Our Limit of Liability, after three (3) covered service repairs have been completed for the Covered Product for the same problem within a 12-month period, as determined by Us in Our sole discretion, in lieu of performing a fourth (4th) covered repair on the Covered Product, We may replace it with a product of like-kind or similar features, or issue payment or store credit to You in an amount not to exceed the remaining Limit of Liability as determined in accordance with Section 9, titled “Limit of Liability.” The following services do not qualify as a repair for purposes of determining the No-Lemon Policy: repairs and replacements resulting from ADH; parts and service covered under the original equipment manufacturer’s warranty or by a manufacturer’s recall; preventative maintenance; cleanings; troubleshooting and diagnosis; any technical support services in relation to computer software-related issues; virus and/or spyware damage/removal; a valid no-fault-found determination; customer education; accessory repairs/replacements (e.g., ice makers, chargers, disposable batteries). If We replace the Covered Product or issue a cash settlement of any kind, including a store credit, Our obligations for the Covered Product under this Plan terminate and will be considered fulfilled.
Data & Software
You are responsible for the backup of all data on Your Covered Product before Repair/Replacement Services are provided. We do not covenant, represent, or warrant that We will be able to service any Covered Product under this Plan without risk to or loss of programs or data on Your Covered Product. The contents of Your Covered Product may be deleted, or the hard drive or storage media reformatted, in the course of service. It is Your responsibility to back up the contents of Your hardware before Repair/Replacement Services are performed and remove any data from parts or Covered Products returned to Us, including software, pictures, documents, videos, games, and music files. We are not responsible for any loss of Your data under any circumstance.
How to File a Repair / Replacement Claim
To file a Repair/Replacement Services claim log into Our claims portal at https://flexprotect.serviceplans.com or call the Administrator at 1-800-235-3545. The Administrator will help evaluate the issue and provide You with instructions for filing a claim. Customer service agents will be available to answer Your calls between the hours of 8am to 8pm EST, Monday through Friday, and Saturday 9am to 5pm EST. After business hours and during the weekends, You may also leave a voice message describing Your claim, which We will respond to within 48 hours under normal circumstances.
We reserve the right to inspect the Covered Product upon receipt or at the time of Repair/Replacement Services.
Please note that the Administrator must authorize any repairs, replacements, or reimbursements to be eligible for coverage. We may deny any claims or decline to reimburse You for any losses where You fail to follow this Plan’s claims procedures or to receive the Administrator’s approval prior to repair or replacement. If You initiate Repair/Replacement Service for a non-covered repair or a “no failure found” diagnosis is determined by Us or the Administrator at the time of Repair/Replacement Service, We may hold You responsible for all costs associated with the claim other any covered inspection or diagnosis fees.
All Repair/Replacement Services claims must be reported within thirty (30) days from discovery of the Covered Breakdown and prior to the Expiration Date to be eligible for coverage.
Covered Products
This Plan provides Repair/Replacement Services only for those Covered Products and Covered Breakdowns which are included in this Plan, as indicated on Your Order Confirmation. Coverage of some products may not be available under all plans or in every state. Only those Covered Products and Covered Breakdowns specifically listed as covered on your Order Confirmation are eligible for coverage. This Plan precisely defines what Covered Products and which of their parts and components are covered, subject to the limitations and conditions herein including but not limited to Our Limit of Liability under Section 9 and any additional limitations or conditions listed for the Covered Product (“Special Conditions”).
Electronic Products (including but not limited to televisions, cell phones, tablets, laptops, computers, audio equipment, video game consoles, film and digital cameras, video cameras, electronic fitness equipment, wearables): Special Conditions are as follows: Covered Products that have a pixel-based display are covered for defective pixels. Pixel repair will be based upon three (3) defective pixels throughout the entire display area including damage caused by screen image burn-in. Cell phone coverage is subject to a maximum of two (2) claims per rolling twelve (12) month period in addition to all other terms and conditions and a Service Fee..
Drones.
E-Mobility Products (including but not limited to E-bikes, hover boards, electric scooters): Special Conditions are as follows: The following parts and components are covered: frame, fork, handlebars/stem, motor/drive system components.
Appliances (including but not limited to major kitchen appliances, countertop kitchen appliances, and laundry appliances).
Furniture; mattresses (innerspring, memory foam and combination mattresses); adjustable beds; wood, mirrors and other hard surfaces; dining-room and bedroom furniture sold as sets and outdoor furniture products; cabinets for kitchens and bathrooms): The following parts and components are covered: buttons and zippers; springs; mechanisms that perform reclining/inclining, heating, and vibrating; seam separation; joints; motors; hinges; sliding drawer mechanism.
Jewelry (including, but not limited to, rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets and watches): Eligible restoration services required as a result of a Covered Breakdown include: broken, bent, or worn prongs, clasps, and hinges; knotted or broken chains or clasps on necklaces and bracelets; broken or lost pins and earring posts; restringing of broken or stretched pearl strands; cracked or thinning ring bands, re-shanking; chain soldering; re-finishing and polishing; resetting diamonds and gemstones when the original stone is returned with the Covered Product; and repair of automatic, mechanical, chronograph, quartz and analog/digital movement watches. Subject to Our Limit of Liability under Section 9, Repair/Replacement Services for Jewelry shall not exceed, on a per claim basis, the lesser of: (1) the retail value of the Covered Product; or (2) $5,000.
Lawn & Garden and Power Tools (including but not limited to lawnmowers, tractors, power generators, drills, saws, nail guns, pressure washers, edgers or weed eaters, chainsaws, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, and metal detectors): Covered Products must be residential-grade and limited to residential use.
Fitness Equipment (including, but not limited to, climbers, steppers, exercise bikes, ellipticals, lifecycles, rowing machines, and treadmills):
Exclusions
- The following is not covered under Your Plan:
General Exclusions
- Any cost recoverable under any other warranty, guarantee, or insurance policy, in which case, this Plan only provides secondary or excess coverage for Covered Breakdowns, including the cost of any applicable deductible.
- Products purchased “as-is” or without a manufacturer or supplier’s written warranty, such as floor or demonstration models.
- Covered Products purchased as used, refurbished, or remanufactured devices or where the manufacturer’s original seal had been broken.
- Loss or damage not covered under or subject to a manufacturer’s recall or similar manufacturer’s incentive or repair program.
- Loss or damage (other than ADH if included under Your Plan) caused by Your failure to follow or adhere to the manufacturer’s operation, care, and maintenance instructions, as outlined in the owner’s manual.
- Any pre-existing conditions or damages that occurred prior to the Coverage Start Date.
- Unauthorized modifications, alterations, or enhancements to the Covered Product.
- Any loss or damage caused by unauthorized repairs or parts replacements.
- Loss or damage to nonfunctional or aesthetic parts, normal wear and tear, and cosmetic damage that does not impact the Covered Product’s proper operation or functionality, not critical to the performance of the Product’s essential function, including but not limited to, motor covers, casings, cover shrouds, entertainment racks, scratches, scuff marks, warping, rusting, splitting, cracking, peeling, discoloration, stretching, dents, and chips.
- Any accessories that are not included in the Covered Product’s original packaging.
- Installations, preventative cleaning, periodic checkups, and maintenance.
- Loss or damage (other than ADH if included under Your Plan) caused by any type of abnormal or improper use, abuse, misuse, neglect, or any other use otherwise inconsistent with the owner’s manual or instructions.
- Loss or damage caused by intentional, willful, or reckless conduct or use.
- Loss or damage that occurs while the Covered Product is being delivered or transported to or from You or while being delivered or transported to or from a carry-in service facility.
- Incidental, consequential, or secondary damages including but not limited to loss of use, loss of profits, or any damages arising from delays in requesting or rendering Repair/Replacement Services under this Plan.
- Any third-party support services or software provided with the Covered Product; software or online service performance issues; and losses caused by third-party hardware, software, or accessory items.
- Loss or damage caused by external causes of any kind (other than ADH if included under Your Plan), including but not limited to war, invasion, rebellion, riot, strike, labor disturbance, lockout, civil commotion, fire, theft, vandalism, insects, pandemic, epidemic, animals, exposure to weather, environmental conditions, terrorism, windstorm, rust, corrosion, sand, dirt, hail, earthquake, flood, water, or acts of God.
- Covered Products that are lost or stolen.
- Covered Products purchased outside of the United States.
- Claims that are not initiated within thirty (30) days from the Covered Breakdown and prior to the Coverage Expiration Date.
- Loss or damage resulting from dropping the Covered Product or liquid spills (unless You purchased Accidental Damage from Handling), condensation, leaking battery (or any other leaking substance within the Covered Product) or improper use of any electrical power source.
- Covered Products with removed or altered serial numbers.
- Any Covered Product used in a “Commercial Setting”. A “Commercial Setting” is defined as any location other than a residential single-family dwelling, including but not limited to, business, educational, industrial, or rental properties (e.g., Airbnb, VRBO, etc.).
- Covered Products in which You have no interest in the ownership or use of including but not limited to leased or rented products.
- Consumable items normally designated to be replaced periodically by You or consumed during the life of the Covered Product including but not limited to light bulbs, lamps, batteries, plasma refills, toner, ink cartridges, telephone or other lines connecting to the equipment, except as expressly covered under this Plan.
- Loss or damage to recording media including but not limited to CD’s or DVD’s.
- On-site repair services for Covered Products that are located outside the United States.
- Loss or damage to screen resolution (pixels) that do not affect the overall viewing of the screen or any other screen issues or defects that do not exceed the original equipment manufacturer’s minimum failure standard, except as expressly covered under this Plan.
- Loss of use of, damage to, corruption of, inability to access, or inability to manipulate any computer system, electronic hardware, or software, or components thereof, that are used to store, process, access, transmit, or receive information within the Covered Product as a result of any cause or loss other than covered losses specifically stated in this Plan, including any unauthorized access or unauthorized use of such system, a denial of service attack, or receipt or transmission of malicious code.
- Loss of use of, damage to, corruption of, inability to access, or inability to manipulate any electronic data stored within the Covered Product, including any such loss caused by unauthorized access or unauthorized use of such data, a denial of service attack, or receipt or transmission of malicious code.
For Electronic Products (in addition to the General Exclusions above)
- Any expansion of the channel or frequency range capabilities of the Covered Product including but not limited to cable television adjustments, hookups, or audio-video system installation.
- Restoring software and/or operating systems to the Covered Product.
- Loss or damage to any antennae or antennae system.
- Service or adjustments due to changes in (a) external power supply, power connectors, and connections; or (b) reception or normal signal.
- Loss or damage to any storage media by: (a) malfunctioning parts; (b) improper installation of computer components or peripherals; or (c) repair or replacement of upgraded computer components when repair or replacement is required due to incompatibility of parts or incorrect installation.
- External hard drive.
For Drones (in addition to the General Exclusions above)
- Loss or damage due to drone flyaway or lost drones.
For E-Mobility Products (in addition to the General Exclusions above)
- Loss or damage to motorized wheelchairs or segways.
- Loss or damage to tires, wheels, and spokes
- Consumable items such as brake pads, tubes, rubber pads, handlebar grips, brake line, headlight/taillight bulbs, reflective stickers, shifter cables, batteries and chains.
- Loss or damage caused by a vehicle.
For Appliances (in addition to the General Exclusions above)
- Loss or damage caused by inadequate or non-compliant interior and exterior plumbing, wiring, main water lines, valves, non-municipal water supply, or improper storage or ventilation.
- Loss or damage caused by foreign plumbing parts, upgrades or retrofits, or unapproved components.
- Loss or damage due to governmental code violations including but not limited to repairs, reconfigurations, or upgrades to Covered Products or inconsequential noises.
- Any costs associated with permits, licenses, or other parts required for the installation or reinstallation of the Covered Product.
For Furniture (in addition to the General Exclusions above)
- Glass.
- Loss or damage due to heat, liquid, or substance exposure including but not limited to finish scorching, heat marks, liquid rings, or staining.
- Loss or damage to fabrics or other materials that are generally not cleaned through traditional means including but are not limited to silk, dry clean only, non-colorfast, suede nubuck leather, and code X fabric.
- Stains.
- Odors.
- Loss or damage resulting from the following: gum; pets or other wildlife; bodily fluids; smoke; paints/dyes; bleaches; or burns.
- Natural flaws or material inconsistencies (ex. wood, leather, or fabric), inherent design defects, or microfiber delamination.
- The windings, wrappings or bindings on rattan, bamboo, or wicker furniture.
- Fading or loss of resiliency.
- Loss or damage to accessory pillows, throws, or blankets.
- General soiling, which is defined as a gradual buildup of dirt, dust, body oils, perspiration, or any other accumulated stains, that cannot be attributed to a single occurrence.
- Loss of silvering of glass or mirror components.
- Loss or damage to any accessories.
For Jewelry (in addition to the General Exclusions above)
- Flaws in diamonds or gemstones.
- Smart Watches, Fit Bits, and other specialty electronic wearables.
- Loss of diamonds, gemstones, or any other such parts of the Covered Product except where gemstone is returned with product for resetting.
- Damaged, lost, or stolen gemstones or beads.
For Lawn & Garden and Power Tools (in addition to the General Exclusions above)
- Fees or charges related to replacement, recovery, or disposal of environmentally unsafe materials including but not limited to refrigerant, oil, or other materials.
- Damage to mowing decks caused by sand abrasion or vibration related to an unbalanced blade.
- Calibrations and adjustments.
- Modifications, upgrades, replacements, or reconfigurations of the Covered Product to meet governmental codes.
For Fitness Equipment (in addition to the General Exclusions above)
- Screens.
- Non-failure issues including but not limited to noises and squeaks, except if covered by a Covered Breakdown.
- Consumable items including but not limited to batteries, console overlays, endcaps, handle grips, seat upholstery, pedal straps, and pedal inserts.
- Loss or damage to external equipment, such as power cords and equipment mats, used or modified for the purpose of use with or for the Covered Product.
- We shall not provide coverage and We shall not be liable to pay any claim or provide any benefit hereunder to the extent that the provision of such cover, payment of such claim, or provision of such benefit would expose the Obligor, its parent company, or its ultimate controlling entity to any sanction, prohibition, or restriction under United Nations resolutions or the trade or economic sanctions, laws, or regulations of the European Union or the United States of America.
Cancellation
You may cancel this Plan for any reason and at any time by initiating a request with the Administrator at 1-800-235-3545.
If You request to cancel this Plan within thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date without making any claims (“Free Look Period”), You will be refunded the full Plan Price.
For fixed term plans, If You request to cancel this Plan within thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date after making a claim or after thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date, You will receive at least a pro-rata refund of the Plan Price based on the elapsed Term, less the costs of any services or claims made.
For monthly subscription plans, If You request to cancel this Plan within thirty (30) days from the Purchase Date after making a claim or after thirty (30) days from the Purchase Date, Your Coverage will terminate at the end of Your current term.
We may cancel this Plan upon at least thirty (30) days prior written notice. If We cancel this Plan, a pro rata refund of the Plan Price will be issued for the unexpired Term, less the costs of any claims paid. The notice of cancellation will include the reason and the effective date of cancellation.
If this Plan was inadvertently sold to You on a product that was not intended to be covered by this Plan, We may cancel this Plan immediately upon notice and return the full Plan Price to You.
In the event of reasonable suspicion of fraud, material misrepresentation, or a substantial breach of Your duties under this Plan, We may cancel this Plan immediately and without prior notice and We may demand immediate payment of the cost of all services provided to You, less Your payments made, and no refund of any kind will be issued.
In the event of non-payment by You, We may cancel this Plan immediately and without prior notice.
Miscellaneous
Transferability. This Plan is nontransferable or assignable by You to a new contract holder. Notwithstanding, Jewelry coverage under this Plan may be transferred by You to a new owner of the Covered Product for the balance of the Initial Term upon prior written notice to Us. Please contact the Administrator to initiate a transfer request.
Subrogation. If We make any payment under this Plan, We are entitled to recover what We paid from other responsible parties. By accepting settlement of a claim, You transfer to Us Your right to recovery against any other party.
Entire Agreement. This Plan represents the entire contract between You and Us with respect to the subject matter herein. Neither the Seller, Administrator, nor any other agent has authority to change this Plan or to waive any of its provisions. No other written or oral statement applies to this Plan. No coverage will be provided under this Plan if any information that You, or anyone claiming benefits hereunder, provides is determined to be false, misleading, or intentionally omitted.
Independent Contractors. We are not a service provider, technician, or product retailer. Any repair, replacement, and supplemental technical support services will be performed by independent, third-party contractors.
Insurance Policy. This Plan is a service contract and not an insurance policy or contract. However, We secure Our fulfillment obligations and risks through an insurance policy issued by Illinois National Insurance Co., 500 W. Madison St., Ste. 3000, Chicago, IL 60661, Ph: (800) 250-3819 in all covered states except for AR, CA, FL, MS, NC, NY, OK, and VA where the insurance policy is issued by New Hampshire Insurance Company, 1271 Ave of the Americas, Floor 41, New York, NY 10020, Ph: [(800) 250-3819]. If within 60 days We have not paid a claim, provided You with a required refund, or You are otherwise dissatisfied, or We are no longer a going concern, become insolvent, or are otherwise financially impaired, You are entitled under state law to make a claim directly to the insurer by contacting the insurer at the address or phone number listed above. Please enclose a copy of Your Plan when sending correspondence to the insurer.
Privacy Policy. We respect Your privacy. For information on Our privacy policy, please visit https://www.aig.com/privacy-policy.
Assignment. We may assign this Plan, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice to You. We may delegate or assign any of Our obligations at Our sole discretion and without Your consent provided We give You at least 30 days’ prior written notice of any material changes. You may not change this Plan or delegate any of Your obligations.
Changes to the Plan: WE MAY CHANGE THE PLAN PRICE, ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLAN OR THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FROM TIME TO TIME UPON THIRTY (30) DAYS WRITTEN NOTICE TO YOU. SUCH NOTICE MAY BE PROVIDED AS IN A SEPARATE MAILING OR EMAIL OR BY ANY OTHER REASONABLE METHOD. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE MODIFIED CHARGES OR TERMS OF THE PLAN, YOU MAY CANCEL THE PLAN BY NOTICE TO US OR THE ADMINISTRATOR AT ANY TIME IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. THE PAYMENT OF APPLICABLE CHARGES BY YOU, OR A REQUEST FOR SERVICE UNDER THE PLAN, AFTER RECEIVING SUCH NOTICE OF A CHANGE IN THE CHARGES OR OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS WILL BE DEEMED TO BE ASSENT BY YOU TO THE CHANGE(S) IN THE CHARGES, TERMS OR CONDITIONS.
Liability Limitation. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE AND OUR EMPLOYEES AND AGENTS WILL UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY SUBSEQUENT OWNER FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM OUR OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS PLAN, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: COSTS OF RECOVERING, REPROGRAMMING, OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR DATA; FAILUE TO MAINTAIN DATA CONFIDENTIALITY; LOSS OF USE, INCLUDING LOSS OF USE WHILE THE COVERED PRODUCT IS BEING REPAIRED OR REPLACED; OR ANY LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, REVENUE, OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS. OUR MAXIMUM LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THIS PLAN SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PLAN’S LIMITS OF LIABILITY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THE UNDERLYING ACTION IS IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL OR EQUITABLE THEORY.
Severability. If any provision of this Plan is held invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect under applicable laws, the validity, legality, and enforceability of the remaining provisions of this Plan shall not in any way be affected or impaired thereby.
Arbitration & Class Action Waiver
READ THE FOLLOWING ARBITRATION AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. IT LIMITS CERTAIN RIGHTS OF YOURS, INCLUDING YOUR RIGHT TO OBTAIN RELIEF OR DAMAGES IN COURT AND YOUR RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ACTIONS OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDINGS.
YOU AND WE AGREE TO RESOLVE ANY DISPUTES THROUGH INDIVIDUAL BINDING ARBITRATION INSTEAD OF THROUGH COURTS OF GENERAL JURISDICTION, EXCEPT AS FOLLOWS: ANY DISPUTE FALLING WITHIN THE JURISDICTIONAL SCOPE AND AMOUNT OF AN APPROPRIATE SMALL CLAIMS COURT MUST BE BROUGHT IN SMALL CLAIMS COURT ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS.
YOU AND WE AGREE THAT ANY ARBITRATION WILL TAKE PLACE ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY. YOU AND WE AGREE TO WAIVE THE RIGHT TO A TRIAL BY JURY AND TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ARBITRATIONS, CLASS ACTIONS, AND REPRSENTATIVE PROCEEDINGS.
Under this provision, “Dispute” includes any claim or controversy arising out of or relating in any way to this Plan—whether based in contract, tort, statute, fraud, misrepresentation, or any other legal or equitable theory.
This Arbitration Agreement is subject to and governed by the Federal Arbitration Act (“FAA”). This Arbitration Agreement is intended to be broadly interpreted and shall survive any termination or cancellation of this Plan. This Arbitration Agreement applies to Us and this Plan's Insurer, Administrator, and Seller and each of Our respective parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, agents, employees, successors, and assignees.
You and We agree to waive the right to participate in class actions or representative proceedings. However, this Arbitration Agreement does not preclude You from bringing an individual action against Us in small claims court, so long as the dispute is pursued on an individual rather than a class-wide basis.
The American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) will administer any arbitration and will do so in accordance with its rules in effect at the time the claim is filed. You may obtain a copy of the AAA rules by visiting www.adr.org. Unless You and We agree otherwise, any arbitration hearing will take place in the county of the Service Address. The right to a hearing will be determined by the AAA Rules. However, if the claim is for $10,000 or less, You may decide whether You want the arbitration to be conducted instead: (a) Only on the basis of documents or (b) through a telephone hearing.
State-Specific Disclosures
Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, South Carolina, Wisconsin and Wyoming
The following statement is added to Section 15(b): “If You cancel Your Plan during the Free Look Period without making any claims and do not receive a full refund or credit within forty-five (45) days of Our receipt of the returned Plan, a ten percent (10%) penalty per month shall be applied to the refund owed to You. The right to void the service contract during the Free Look Period is not transferable and applies only to the original contract purchaser.”
Alabama
The following is added to Section 15: “You will receive a refund of the unearned portion of the purchase price based on time expired, less any termination fee that We may charge up to $25. Any refund due to You under this Section may be credited to an outstanding balance of Your account, and the excess, if any, shall be refunded to the original purchaser.” Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We reserve the right to cancel this Plan for any reason upon at least five (5) days prior written notice to You at Your last known address. The notice will state the effective date of cancellation and the reason for cancellation. However, prior notice is not required if the reason for Our cancellation is nonpayment of the provider fee or material misrepresentation by You relating to the covered property or its use. If We cancel this Plan, a pro-rata refund will be issued for the unexpired term, less the costs of any claims paid. In the event of cancellation for reasonable suspicion of fraud or material misrepresentation, We may demand immediate payment of the cost of all services provided to You, less Your payments made, and no refund of any kind will be issued.”
Arizona
In the event You do not receive satisfaction under this Plan, You may contact the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions’ Consumer Protection Division at [100 N. 15 Ave., Suite 261, Phoenix, AZ 85007- 3630] or by calling [602-364-3100]. Section 4(b) is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: “ANY PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS, DEFECTS, OR DEFICIENCIES, UNLESS SUCH CONDITIONS WERE KNOWN OR SHOULD HAVE REASONABLY BEEN KNOWN BY US OR THE PERSON SELLING THE SERVICE CONTRACT ON OUR BEHALF.” The following language is added to Section 3: IF YOUR PLAN INCLUDES A WAIT PERIOD AND IS CANCELLED OR TERMINATED ON OR AFTER THE COVERAGE START DATE, YOU WILL CONTINUE TO HAVE COVERAGE UNDER THIS PLAN FOR THIRTY (30) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE TERMINATION OR CANCELLATION DATE. IF YOUR PLAN INCLUDES A WAIT PERIOD AND IS A FIXED TERM PLAN, YOUR COVERAGE EXTENDS PAST THE EXPIRATION OF THE PLAN FOR A PERIOD EQUIVALENT TO THE LENGTH OF THE PLAN’S WAIT PERIOD. The following is added to Section 15: “If this Plan is cancelled pursuant to this paragraph, You will receive a pro-rata refund after deducting for claims paid and administration expenses associated with the cancellation. The administrative expenses may not exceed ten percent (10%) of the gross amount paid by You for the Plan or seventy-five dollars ($75), whichever is less.” Section 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We reserve the right to cancel this Plan upon at least thirty (30) days prior written notice. However, in the event of reasonable suspicion of fraud, material misrepresentation, failure to pay, or a substantial breach of Your duties under this Plan, cancellation may be immediate and without prior notice. We may not cancel or void this Plan for any of the following reasons: (1) Preexisting conditions that were known or that reasonably should have been known by Us or Our subcontractors; (2) prior use or unlawful acts relating to the product; or (3) misrepresentation by Us or Our subcontractors. Neither We, Our assignees, nor Our subcontractors may cancel or void coverage under this Plan due to Our failure to provide correct information or Our failure to perform the services or repairs provided in a timely, competent, and workmanlike manner.” Section 16(h) is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: “WE MAY CHANGE THE PLAN PRICE, ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLAN OR THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AT RENEWAL FOLLOWING APPROVAL BY THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND UPON THIRTY (30) DAYS WRITTEN NOTICE TO YOU. SUCH NOTICE MAY BE PROVIDED AS IN A SEPARATE MAILING OR EMAIL OR BY ANY OTHER REASONABLE METHOD. WE MAY CHANGE THE PLAN PRICE UPON THIRTY (30) DAYS WRITTEN NOTICE TO YOU. SUCH NOTICES MAY BE PROVIDED AS IN A SEPARATE MAILING OR EMAIL OR BY ANY OTHER REASONABLE METHOD. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE MODIFIED CHARGES OR TERMS OF THE AGREEMENTPLAN, YOU MAY CANCEL THE PLAN BY NOTICE TO US OR THE ADMINISTRATOR AT ANY TIME IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. THE PAYMENT OF APPLICABLE CHARGES BY YOU, OR A REQUEST FOR SERVICE UNDER THE PLAN, AFTER RECEIVING SUCH NOTICE OF A CHANGE IN THE CHARGES OR OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS WILL BE DEEMED TO BE ASSENT BY YOU TO THE CHANGE(S) IN THE CHARGES, TERMS OR CONDITIONS”
Arkansas
A claim against Us may include a claim for the return of the unearned provider fee. Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We reserve the right to cancel this Plan upon thirty (30) days written notice. However, if the reason for cancellation is nonpayment of the provider fee, material misrepresentation, or a substantial breach of Your duties relating to a Covered Product or its use, We may cancel this Plan immediately without any prior notice to You. Unless the cancellation is for nonpayment, We will provide You with a pro rata refund of the unearned portion of the provider fee, less the amount or value of any claims paid, if We cancel the Plan.”
California
For information regarding Our privacy practices and Your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, please visit https://www.aig.com/privacy-policy. Section 15(b) is replaced with the following: “Cancellation requests made within sixty (60) days from the start of the coverage Term or within thirty (30) days from receipt of the Plan, whichever is later, will receive a 100% refund of the full Plan Price if no claim has been made under the Plan. If You are not refunded or credited the amount You paid within thirty (30) days, a ten percent (10%) penalty per annum will be added to the refund for each thirty (30) days or fraction thereof until the refund is paid. This only applies to the original Plan purchaser and is not transferable.” Section 15(c) is replaced with the following: “For cancellation requests made more than sixty (60) days from the start of the coverage Term or after thirty (30) days from receipt of the Plan, whichever is later, or if a claim was made under the Plan within the first sixty (60) days, You will receive at least a pro-rata refund of the Plan Price based on the elapsed coverage Term. In addition, the Administrator may assess a cancellation or administrative fee, not to exceed ten (10) percent of the price of the Plan or twenty-five ($25) dollars, whichever is less.” This Plan may be canceled by You for any reason, including the Covered Product being sold, lost, stolen or destroyed. California residents may submit complaints to the Bureau of Household Goods and Services (BHGS) by calling (916) 999-2041, or writing to 4244 S. Market Ct. Ste. D, Sacramento, CA 95834, or by visiting www.bhgs.dca.ca.gov.
Colorado
Action under this Plan may be covered by the provisions of the “Colorado Consumer Protection Act” or the “Unfair Practices Act” articles 1 and 2 of title 6, C.S.R., and a party to such an agreement may have the right of civil action under such laws, including obtaining the recourse or penalties specified in such laws.
Connecticut
If Your term of coverage is less than one (1) year, this Plan is automatically extended while the product is being repaired. You may cancel this Plan if You return the product or the product is sold, lost, stolen, or destroyed. If We are unable to resolve any disputes with You regarding this Plan, You may file a written complaint to the State of Connecticut, Insurance Department, P.O. Box 816, Hartford, CT 06142-0816, Attn: Consumer Affairs. The written complaint must describe the dispute, identify the price of the product and cost of repair, and include a copy of this Plan. In-Home services are available.
Florida
The rate charged for this Plan is not subject to regulation by the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation. Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We reserve the right to cancel this Plan upon at least thirty (30) days prior written notice mailed to Your last known address. However, in the event of reasonable suspicion of fraud, material misrepresentation, failure to pay, or a substantial breach of Your duties under this Plan, Our cancellation may be immediate. If We cancel this Plan, We will refund 100% of the unearned pro rata premium, less any claims paid.”
Georgia
Section 4(b) is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: “ANY AND ALL PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS KNOWN TO YOU OR REASONABLY SHOULD BE KNOWN TO YOU THAT OCCUR PRIOR TO THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS PLAN.” Sections 15(b) through (c) are replaced with the following: “If You request cancellation of the Plan within thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date, You will be refunded the full Plan Price less claims paid. If You cancel the Plan after thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date, You will be refunded the unearned pro-rata Plan Price less claims paid.” Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We may only cancel this Plan for fraud, material misrepresentation, or failure to pay any amounts due. We will provide You with written notice of such cancellation, which will be effective at least thirty (30) days from date of mailing such notice. If We cancel this Plan, We will refund any unearned portion of the Plan price on a pro rata basis, less any claims paid. If a claim covered by this Plan is also covered by another service contract, then the claim will be paid on a pro-rata basis with such other service contract. If a claim covered by this Plan is covered by an insurance policy, manufacturer’s warranty, or recall, or is the subject of any legal action, We shall pay only for the amount of the cost to repair or replace such covered product in excess of the amount due from that other insurance policy, manufacturer’s warranty, recall, or legal action. In no event, however, shall We pay more than the applicable Limit of Liability.” Arbitration is nonbinding in Georgia. For any claim that is not arbitrated or brought in small claims court, it will be resolved in a state or federal court with proper jurisdiction based on the county where the contract holder resides.
Illinois
Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We reserve the right to cancel this Plan upon at least thirty (30) days prior written notice. If We cancel this Plan, a pro-rata refund will be issued for the unexpired term, less the costs of any claims paid. However, in the event of reasonable suspicion of fraud, material misrepresentation, failure to pay, or a substantial breach of Your duties under this Plan, cancellation may be immediate and without prior notice. The notice of cancellation will include the reason and the effective date of cancellation. If this Plan is cancelled at any time, We may retain a cancellation fee not to exceed the lesser of 10% of the service contract price or $50. The obligor, AIG WarrantyGuard, Inc., is the party responsible for honoring cancellation requests.”
Indiana
Your proof of payment to Us shall be considered proof of payment to the insurance company which guarantees Our obligations to You.
Iowa
You may reach the Insurance Division of the Department of Commerce of the state of Iowa at Two Ruan Center, 601 Locust, 4th Floor, Des Moines, IA 50309-3738.
Maine
Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We may cancel this Plan by providing You with at least 15 days prior written notice of cancellation mailed to Your last known address. If We cancel this Plan for any reason other than nonpayment of the provider fee, We will refund 100% of the unearned pro rata provider fee, less any claims paid. We may also charge You an administrative fee for the cancellation, not to exceed 10% of the provider fee.”
Maine and Washington D.C.
The following is added to Section 15: “If You cancel this Plan during the Free Look Period without making any claims and We do not provide the full refund within forty-five days after Your return of the service contract to Us, a 10% penalty per month will be added to the applicable refund. The right to void the service contract during the Free Look Period is not transferable and applies only to the original contract purchaser.” Section 15(c) is replaced with the following: “If You terminate this Plan within thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date after making a claim or terminate this Plan after thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date, You will receive a pro rata refund based on the time expired, less the cost of any claims made. We may also charge You a reasonable administrative fee, not to exceed 10% of the contract price.”
Maryland
Your service contract is extended automatically if We fail to perform the services under the service contract and will not terminate until the services are provided in accordance with the terms of the service contract.
Michigan
If performance of this Plan is interrupted because of a strike or a work stoppage at Our place of business, the effective period of this Plan will be extended for the period of the applicable strike or work stoppage.
Minnesota
Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We reserve the right to cancel this Plan upon thirty (30) days written notice. However, in the event of reasonable suspicion of fraud, material misrepresentation, failure to pay, or a substantial breach of Your duties under this Plan, cancellation may be made upon at least five days written notice to You. If We cancel this Plan, a pro-rata refund will be issued for the unexpired term, less the costs of any claims paid. In the event of cancellation for reasonable suspicion of fraud or material misrepresentation, We may demand immediate payment of the cost of all services provided to You, less any payments made, and no refund of any kind will be issued. The notice of cancellation will include the reason and the effective date of cancellation.”
Nevada
The reference to “Service Fee” on the Order Confirmation and under Section 8, and anywhere in the Plan is deleted in its entirety and replaced with “deductible.” Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “You are entitled to a “Free Look” period for this Plan. If Your Plan does include a WAIT PERIOD and You decide to cancel this Plan within thirty (30) days of purchase, You are entitled to a one hundred percent (100%) refund of any fees paid. If Your Plan is not subject to a WAIT PERIOD and You have not made a claim, You may cancel this Plan within the first thirty (30) days of receipt and receive a full refund. Otherwise, if You have made a claim or If You cancel this Plan after thirty (30) days from purchase, Your Coverage will terminate and You will receive a pro-rata refund based on the days remaining. No cancellation of this Plan by Us may become effective until at least fifteen (15) days after a notice of cancellation is mailed to You at Your last known address. If the contract has been in effect for seventy (70) days or more, We can only cancel this Plan due to (1) unauthorized repairs which result in a material change in the nature or extent of the risk, occurring after the first effective date of the current Plan, which causes the risk of loss to be substantially and materially increased beyond that contemplated at the time the Plan was issued or last renewed; (2) Discovery of fraud or material misrepresentation by the holder in obtaining the service contract, or in presenting a claim for service; (3) An act or omission by You or a violation by You of any condition of the service contract, which occurred after the effective date of the service contract and which substantially and materially increases the service required under the service contract. If We cancel this Plan You will receive a pro-rata refund based on the days remaining, no cancellation fee will be imposed and no deduction for claims paid will be applied. The EXCLUSIONS section contains exclusions and limitations to coverage but not reasons for which the contract itself may be cancelled. No deductions of any type shall be made from any refund owed as a result of cancellation or buyout.” If You are not satisfied with the manner in which We are handling Your claim, You may contact the Commissioner of the Division of Insurance at [1-888-872-3234]. Section 16(h) is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: “WE MAY CHANGE THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLAN OR THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AT RENEWAL FOLLOWING APPROVAL BY THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS AND UPON THIRTY (30) DAYS WRITTEN NOTICE TO YOU. WE MAY CHANGE THE PLAN PRICE AT RENEWAL UPON THIRTY (30) DAYS WRITTEN NOTICE TO YOU. SUCH NOTICES MAY BE PROVIDED AS IN A SEPARATE MAILING OR EMAIL OR BY ANY OTHER REASONABLE METHOD. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE MODIFIED CHARGES OR TERMS OF THE PLAN, YOU MAY CANCEL THE PLAN BY NOTICE TO US OR THE ADMINISTRATOR AT ANY TIME IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. THE PAYMENT OF APPLICABLE CHARGES BY YOU, OR A REQUEST FOR SERVICE UNDER THE PLAN, AFTER RECEIVING SUCH NOTICE OF A CHANGE IN THE CHARGES OR OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS WILL BE DEEMED TO BE ASSENT BY YOU TO THE CHANGE(S) IN THE CHARGES, TERMS OR CONDITIONS.
New Hampshire
If You or We cancel this Plan, no deduction for claims paid will be applied to any pro-rata refund amounts due. If You or We cancel this Plan, We may deduct an administrative fee. The administrative fee may not exceed ten percent (10%) of the gross amount paid by You for the Plan or seventy-five dollars ($75), whichever is less. The following is added to Section 17: “Any civil action or alternative dispute resolution procedure brought in connection with this Plan shall be brought in the courts of New Hampshire. This arbitration provision is subject to RSA 542.” In the event You do not receive satisfaction under this Plan, You may contact the New Hampshire Insurance Department by mail at [21 South Fruit Street, Suite 14, Concord, New Hampshire 03301], or by telephone at [603-271-2261].
New Jersey
The use of refurbished, reconditioned, or non-original manufacturer’s parts is permitted.
New Mexico
The following is added to Section 15: “If You cancel this Plan during the Free Look Period without making any claims and We do not provide the full refund within sixty days after Your return of the Plan, a 10% penalty per month will be added to the unpaid refund. The right to void the service contract during the Free Look Period is not transferable and applies only to the original contract purchaser.” Section 15(c) is replaced with the following: “If You terminate this Plan within thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date after making a claim or after thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date, Your Coverage will terminate and You will receive a pro rata refund based on the time expired, less the cost of any claims made and a reasonable administrative fee that We may charge, not to exceed 10% of the contract price.” Section 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We reserve the right to cancel this Plan upon thirty (30) days written notice. If We cancel the Plan, a pro-rata refund will be issued for the unexpired term, less the costs of any claims made. No administrative fee will be imposed if We cancel the Plan. If this Plan has been in effect for at least seventy (70) days, We may not cancel before the expiration of the agreed term or one year after this Plan’s effective date, whichever occurs first, except for the following reasons: 1) Your failure to make full payment by the due date; 2) Your conviction of a crime that results in an increase in the service required under the Plan; 3) discovery of fraud or material misrepresentation by You in obtaining this Plan or in presenting a claim for service thereunder; or 4) discovery of an act or omission by You or a violation by You of any condition under this Plan, if it occurred after the effective date and substantially and materially increased the service required.” If You have any concerns regarding the handling of Your claim, You may contact the Office of the Superintendent of Insurance at 1-855-427-5674.
New York and Washington
The following paragraph is added to Section 15: “If You cancel this Plan during the Free Look Period without making any claims and We do not provide the full refund within thirty days after Your return of the Plan, a 10% penalty per month will be added to the refund. The right to void the Plan during the Free Look Period is not transferable and applies only to the original contract purchaser.”
North Carolina
The purchase of this Plan is not required either to purchase or to obtain financing for the Covered Product. If the Plan has been in effect for seventy (70) days or more, We can only cancel the Plan due to: (1) Violations of the Plan’s terms and conditions; (2) discovery of fraud or material misrepresentation by You; (3) an act or omission by You or a violation by You of any condition of the Plan that substantially and materially increases the service required under the Plan; and (4) nonpayment. Any refund will be a pro-rata refund based on the elapsed Term, less costs of any claims. If We cancel this Plan, We will send written notice at Your last known address at least fifteen (15) days prior to the cancellation date. The insurer of this Plan shall assume responsibility for the administration of the Plan if We are unable to do so.
Oklahoma
This is not an insurance contract. Coverage afforded under this Plan is not guaranteed by the Oklahoma Insurance Guaranty Association. Oklahoma service warranty statutes do not apply to commercial-use references in a service warranty contract. This Plan is not issued by the manufacturer or wholesaler company marketing the product. The Obligor is AIG Warranty Services of Florida, Inc., Oklahoma License No. 44200930. The term “etc.” is stricken from this contract. Sections 15(b) through (h) are replaced with the following: “If Your Plan is subject to a WAIT PERIOD and You cancel this Plan within the first thirty (30) days of receipt, You will receive a full refund. If Your Plan is not subject to a WAIT PERIOD and You have not made a claim, You may cancel this Plan within the first thirty (30) days of receipt and receive a full refund. Otherwise, if You have made a claim or If You cancel this Plan after thirty (30) days, Your Coverage will terminate, and You will receive a refund based on one hundred percent (100%) of the unearned pro rata premium, less a cancellation fee of ten percent (10%) of the unearned pro rata premium. No claim incurred or paid, nor any repair made, will be deducted from the amount to be returned in the event of cancellation. We may not cancel this Plan except for reasonable suspicion of fraud, material misrepresentation, or nonpayment by You. Notice of such cancellation will be mailed to You at least thirty (30) days prior to cancellation. If We cancel this Plan, We will refund one-hundred percent (100%) of the unearned pro-rata premium.
Oregon
AIG WarrantyGuard, Inc.’s license number in Oregon is 208059. Section 17 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following: “Most of Your concerns about the Plan can be addressed simply by contacting Us at [800-250-3819]. In the event we cannot resolve any dispute, You and We may, in a separate agreement, consent to arbitration. Any arbitration proceedings shall be conducted under local rules as required under ORS Chapter 36. YOU AND WE AGREE THAT EACH PARTY MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY IN AN INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT AS A CLASS REPRESENTATIVE OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS ACTION, CLASS ARBITRATION OR OTHER SIMILAR PROCEEDING.” The following section is added to Section 12 (a): In the event of an emergency and service is required for the Breakdown of Your Covered item outside of the Administrator’s normal business hours, You may arrange for a licensed repair provider of Your choice to perform the repair and submit the invoice to Us for reimbursement in accordance with the Plan terms.
South Carolina
In the event of a dispute with the provider of this contract, You may contact the South Carolina Department of Insurance, Capitol Center, 1201 Main Street, Ste. 1000, Columbia, South Carolina, 29201, Telephone #: (803) 737-6160.
Tennessee
This Plan is automatically extended while the Covered Product is being repaired.
Texas
A ten (10%) percent penalty per month will be added to a refund that is not made within forty-five (45) days of return of the Plan to Us. You may cancel this Plan after the time periods above or after You have made a claim for service by returning the Plan to the Administrator and receive a pro-rata refund of the Plan price less any claims that have been paid. Unresolved complaints concerning a provider or questions concerning the registration of a service contract provider may be addressed to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, P.O. Box 12157, Austin, Texas 78711, (512) 463-6599 or (800) 803-9202 (in Texas). The Provider is AIG WarrantyGuard, Inc., 500 W. Madison Street, Ste. 3000, Chicago, IL 60661.
Utah
This Plan is subject to limited regulation by the Utah Insurance Department. To file a complaint, contact the Utah Insurance Department. Coverage afforded under this Plan is not guaranteed by the Property and Casualty Guarantee Association. Proof of loss should be furnished by You to Us as soon as reasonably possible. Failure to furnish such notice or proof within the time required by this Plan does not invalidate or reduce a claim. Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with the following: “We may cancel this Plan during the first sixty (60) days of the initial term by mailing to You a notice of cancellation at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of cancellation, except that We may also cancel this Plan during such time period for nonpayment of premium by mailing You a notice of cancellation at least ten (10) days prior to the effective date of cancellation. After sixty (60) days have elapsed, We may cancel the Plan by mailing a cancellation notice to You at least ten (10) days prior to the cancellation date for cancellations due to nonpayment of premium, and thirty (30) days prior to cancellation date for any of the following reasons: (a) Material misrepresentation; (b) substantial change in the risk assumed, unless We should reasonably have foreseen the change or contemplated the risk when entering into the Plan; or (c) substantial breaches of contractual duties, conditions, or warranties.” The following is added to Section 17: “ANY MATTER IN DISPUTE BETWEEN YOU AND THE COMPANY MAY BE SUBJECT TO ARBITRATION AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO COURT ACTION PURSUANT TO THE RULES OF THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION OR OTHER RECOGNIZED ARBITRATOR, A COY OF WHICH IS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST FROM THE COMPANY. ANY DECISION REACHED BY ARBITRATION SHALL BE BINDING UPON BOTH YOU AND THE COMPANY. THE ARIBRTRATION AWARD MAY INCLUDE ATTORNEY’S FEES IF ALLOWED BY STATE LAW AND MAY BE ENTERED AS A JUDGEMENT IN ANY COURT OF PROPER JURISDICATION.” In the event emergency service is required for the Covered Breakdown of Your Covered Item outside of the Administrator’s normal business hours, You may arrange for a licensed repair provider of Your choice to perform the repair and submit the invoice to Us for reimbursement in accordance with the Plan terms.
Virginia
If any promise made in the contract has been denied or has not been honored within 60 days after Your request, You may contact the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs at http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/food-extendedservice-contract-providers.shtml to file a complaint.
Washington
Sections 15(e) through (h) are replaced with: “In the event of nonpayment, reasonable suspicion of fraud, material misrepresentation or if required to do so by a regulatory authority, We may cancel this Plan with twenty-one (21) days prior written notice. A pro rata refund will be issued for the unexpired coverage Term, less the costs of any claims paid. The notice of cancellation will include the reason and the effective date of cancellation.” You are not required to wait before filing a claim directly with the insurer of this Plan. The commissioner is the Provider’s attorney to receive service of legal process in any action, suit, or proceedings in any court. The obligations of the Provider under this Plan are insured by Illinois National Insurance Co., 500 W. Madison St., Ste. 3000, Chicago, IL 60661. You may make a claim directly with Illinois National Insurance Co. who insures the obligations of the Provider under this Plan at the foregoing address. Any arbitration proceedings initiated, brought, or required under Section 10 of this Plan will be held at a location in closest proximity to the service contract holder’s permanent residence.
Wisconsin Residents
THIS CONTRACT IS SUBJECT TO LIMITED REGULATION BY THE OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE. Section 15(c) and (d) are replaced with the following: “If You cancel this Plan within thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date after making a claim or cancel this Plan after thirty (30) days from the Plan Purchase Date, We will refund 100% of the unearned pro rata provider fee, less the costs of any claims made and a reasonable administrative fee for cancellation, not to exceed 10% of the provider fee.” Section 15(e) through (h) is replaced with the following: “We may only cancel this Plan for nonpayment of the provider fee, material misrepresentation by You to Us or the Administrator, or substantial breach of duties by You relating to the covered product or its use. We will mail written notice of cancellation to Your last known address at least five (5) days prior to cancellation by Us, which shall state the effective date of cancellation and the reason for cancellation. If We cancel this Plan for any reason other than nonpayment of the provider fee, We will refund 100% of the unearned pro rata provider fee, less any claims paid and a reasonable administrative fee for cancellation, not to exceed 10% of the provider fee.” The following is added to Section 15: “In the event of total loss of covered property that is not covered by a replacement of the property under this Plan, You may cancel this Plan and receive a pro rata refund of any unearned provider fee, less any claims paid.” We will not deny Your claim solely because You did not obtain preauthorization if We are not prejudiced by Your failure to notify Us. The “Subrogation” section does not apply to Wisconsin. The service contract provider is AIG WarrantyGuard, Inc. 500 W. Madison Street, Ste. 3000, Chicago, IL 60661. Obligations of the provider under this service contract are insured under a service contract reimbursement insurance policy.