Some
important facts about your Equestrian Plan policy are summarised below, which
you should read. This summary does not describe all the terms and conditions
of your policy, so please take time to read the policy document to make sure
you understand the cover it provides. When reviewing your policy it should be
read in conjunction with your Policy Schedule.
Equestrian
Plan is a legal expenses insurance contract, which helps you to recover
uninsured losses and costs from the person responsible for the accident
following a vehicle collision.
Insurer:
UK Underwriting Limited on behalf of Inter Partner Assistance SA (for full details see the policy wording)
Your
cover is valid for one year.
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Significant Features and
Benefits |
Conditions or Limitations |
Relevant Section in Policy
Document |
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Insured Incident Any
accident occurring during the period of insurance, which takes place within the
geographical limits where there are
reasonable prospect of making a successful recovery from an identifiable
party |
You must
ensure that we are told about the claim within 180
days of event which caused it. |
What
is not covered - 7 |
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Uninsured Loss Recovery and
Personal Injury If we
agree it necessary, we will appoint a solicitor or claims adjuster
to act on your behalf, who will negotiate the recovery of uninsured losses
and costs following an insured incident relating to the use of an insured
vehicle or horse
involved in a road traffic accident which causes: a)
Loss or
damage to the insured vehicle or horse. b)
Loss or
damage to any personal property owned by you whilst the property is in/on or attached to the insured vehicle
or horse. c)
The
death of or injury to you whilst
in or getting into or out of the insured vehicle or whilst using the
horse. |
£50,000
is the maximum sum payable by the insurers for all insured incidents. Only
legal costs and expenses charged by a solicitor or claims adjuster appointed by
us are
covered We
will not be liable for any legal costs and expenses incurred prior to our
acceptance of a claim Unless we
agree to commence court proceedings or there is a conflict of
interest we have the right to choose solicitor or claims adjuster to assist
you. |
Definitions
- Limit of indemnity Definitions
-Legal costs and expenses What is
not covered -2 Representation
1, 2, 3,
4, 5 |
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VET fees, Stabling and
Accommodation charges In the
event of your horse being injured in a road traffic accident emergency VET
and stabling fees will be paid along with emergency accommodation charges |
The first
£75.00 inc of VAT is covered in respect of emergency stabling charges
incurred by you regardless of who was to blame for any road traffic
accident ins which you were involved in, will be paid if you are stranded
more than 40 miles from your home or intended destination whichever is
closer The first
£50.00 inc of VAT is covered in respect of vet’s fees incurred by you
regardless of who was to blame for any road traffic accident ins which you
were involved in, will be paid if you are stranded more than 40 miles from
your home or intended destination whichever is closer If you
are away from your normal place of residence and you are involved in a
road traffic accident, when on your horse, up to a maximum of £65.00 inc
VAT in respect of overnight accommodation charges is covered irrespective
of who was to blame for the accident, provided that the accident occurs
within the geographical limits, will be paid if you are stranded more than
40 miles away from your normal place of residence or intended destination |
What is
not covered -2
What is not covered -3
What is
not covered -4
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Geographical Limits GB,
Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Channel Islands, Austria,
Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg,
Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and
Switzerland.
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All motor
vehicles are covered Private
cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles up to 35cwt only, excluding
vehicles with a seating capacity in excess of 12 |
Definitions
- Geographical Limits - a Definitions - Geographical Limits - b |
Cancellation
We hope you are happy with the cover this policy provides. However, you have the right to cancel your policy during 14 days after you buy the policy or 14 days after you receive your policy documents, which ever is later. Any paid premium will be refunded in full. If you cancel after the 14-day period has expired, no refund of premium is applicable.
Making a Claim
To make a
claim please ring 0800 731 3942 as soon as possible.
Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS)
If Inter Partner Assistance SA is unable to meet its
liabilities under the insurance, you may be entitled to compensation from the
FSCS. The first £2,000 of a claim is protected in full and 90% of the
remainder of the claim will be met. You can get further information from us or
the Financial Services Authority (FSA).
Complaints Procedure
If you need
to complain about this insurance policy or our service, you should in
the first instance, send your complaint to The Managing Director, Lawshield UK
Ltd, Lawshield House, 850 Ibis Court, Lakeside Drive, Centre Park Warrington,
Cheshire, WA1 1RL
If you remain dissatisfied after contacting the Managing Director of Lawshield UK Ltd you can pursue your complaint further by contacting:
The Head of ClaimsIf it is not possible to reach an agreement after contacting the Head of Claims at UK Underwriting Ltd, you have the right to make an appeal to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS). the address is:
The Financial Ombudsman Service, South Quay Plaza II, 183 Marsh Wall, London, E14 9SR.(These procedures do not affect your right to take legal action if necessary)
The
above complaints procedure is in addition to your statutory rights as a
consumer. For further information about your statutory rights contact your local
authority Trading Standards Service or Citizens Advise Bureau.