Certificate of Insurance
“Jewellery and Watch Guard Cover”
 
1.     Introduction
1.1.   This document sets out the benefits, conditions and exclusions of your Jewellery and Watch Guard Cover Product. This cover has been arranged by Maker Mends and is provided by ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD (a member company of Assurant Solutions).
 
1.2.   Your insured goods are only covered as long as you follow the terms and conditions of this Certificate and you have paid the required premium. Please read carefully to ensure you have the cover you require. Certain exclusions also apply, please see the Exclusions section.
 
1.3.   Copies of this policy can be made available, on request, in alternative media forms in accordance with the requirements contained within the Disability Discrimination Legislation.
 
2.     Definitions
The following words and phrases are shown in Italics throughout this certificate; their meanings are shown after them:
2.1.   family - you, your spouse or partner, children or parents who permanently live in your home.
2.2.   incident date - the date your insured goods are stolen, damaged or breakdown.
2.3.   insured good/goods - the items you have purchased from the provider and paid premiums for cover through Maker Mends Jewellery and Watch Guard Cover.
2.4.   Maker Mends - Maker Mends, PO Box 6003, Basildon, SS15 6BX.
2.5.    our - belonging to us.
2.6.    provider - the store or internet company, approved by us and from where you have purchased the insured goods.
2.7.    purchase price - the price you paid for your insured goods as specified on your itemised purchase receipt.
2.8.   sum insured - the purchase price and the maximum liability value of the insured goods. The sum insured cannot exceed the purchase price or £9,999.99, whichever is the lesser.
2.9.   UK - Great Britain, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.
2.10.we, us - ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD. A member company of Assurant Solutions.
2.11.you - the person named on the schedule.
2.12.your - belonging to you.
 
3.     What is insured?
3.1.   This policy provides worldwide cover for your insured goods provided that any claim you need to make is made through Maker Mends or us.
 
3.2.   Cover will start from:
3.2.1.   the date of purchase of the insured goods from the provider as shown on your itemised purchase receipt.
 
3.3.   Cover will cease:
3.3.1.   24, 36 or 60 months after the date of purchase of the insured goods, dependant on the cover purchased; or
3.3.2.   on each insured good when it has been replaced or repaired under the insurance following a valid claim.
 
3.4.   We will repair or replace the insured goods in the event of:
3.4.1.   Accidental Damage providing that there is visible evidence that an external force has been applied.
3.4.2.   Theft providing force has been used to enter or exit.
3.4.3.   Robbery providing violence is used or threatened.
3.4.4.   Standard perils, damage or destruction caused directly by: Storm, flood, lightning, earthquake, fire, smoke or explosion.
 
 
3.5.   Additional cover for watches:
3.5.1.Breakdown - if an insured watch breaks down as a result of defective parts or workmanship we will repair or replace any component needed to restore it to full working order providing the malfunction occurred after the expiry of the manufacturer’s warranty and before the expiry date of this certificate.
 
4.     Policy Conditions
4.1.   You may only insure goods purchased by you from the provider at the same time as this policy and for which you have the original proof of purchase for both the goods and this policy together.
 
4.2.   It is a condition of this policy that the required premium has been paid for the insured goods.
 
4.3.   To be protected under this policy you must be over 18 years of age.
 
4.4.   You must take all reasonable steps to protect your property and prevent theft, robbery or damage.
 
4.5.   The terms and conditions of this cover do not affect your statutory rights.
 
5.     Cancellations
5.1.   You may cancel your Jewellery and Watch Guard Coverwithin the first 30 days by emailing Maker Mends at: sue@makermends.com, or writing to Maker Mends, PO Box 6003, Basildon, SS15 6BX or by calling Maker Mends on 01268 564646. You may be required to return your original policy certificate to them.
 
5.2.   Providing no claims have been made, a full refund of the original premium will be given. After the initial 30-day period, no refund is available.
 
6.     Law Applicable to Contract
6.1.   Under the relevant European Community and UK legal provisions the parties to the proposed contract of insurance are free to choose the law applicable to the contract. In the absence of an agreement to the contrary, the laws of England and Wales will apply.
 
6.2.   Maker Mends offer this cover as agents for ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD, incorporated in England no 2341082, whose registered address is: 117–119 Whitby Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3DR.
 
7.     Claims Conditions
7.1.   The original receipt showing proof of purchase of your goods from the provider and this policy certificate will be required in the event of a claim.
 
7.2.   In addition, for any insured goods purchased from the provider on the Internet, you must provide your credit card or debit card billing statement confirming the purchase of the insured goods.
 
7.3.   You, as may be reasonably required, will agree to examination under oath by any person named by us in connection with a claim. The statement given must be signed.
 
7.4.   If you make a claim you must give us all the evidence and documentation that we need to prove your claim. You will have to pay any cost involved in doing this. You must give us this evidence in the way we ask.
 
7.5.   We may also request information from third parties in order to prove your claim.
 
7.6.   We may start legal action in your name (but at ourexpense and for our own benefit) to recover from others, compensation in respect of goods covered by Jewellery and Watch Guard.
 
7.7.   During your claim we may arrange for an agent to visit you. The purpose of such a visit will be to gather details regarding your claim in order to ensure an accurate assessment can be made. It is essential that you comply with such a visit, if you fail to comply, we will not continue with the validation of your claim and your claim will be finalised.
 
7.8.   In the event of Theft and Robbery claims, a copy of the crime report may be required to confirm the circumstances of your claim.
 
7.9.   We reserve the right to repair or replace any insured goods with either alternative goods or an exact replacement, if available, from the place of purchase or Maker Mends up to the value of the sum insured and at our discretion.
 
7.10. Where a claim is settled by complete replacement of the insured goods, this policy will expire upon completion of the settlement transaction. If you wish to have the replacement goods insured you must purchase a new insurance policy.
 
7.11. Our maximum liability under this policy is the sum insured of the insured goods.
 
7.12.   There is no cash alternative in the event of a valid claim.
 
7.13.   If a claim is fraudulent, fraud is suspected in any respect, or any false information is supplied in relation to your policy or claim, all benefits under this policy will be forfeited and you may be liable to criminal prosecution. We may cancel this policy immediately and we may demand you return any goods we have already supplied to you. We also reserve the right to take legal action against any third party to recover any monies paid. We will keep the premium you have paid us. We may also advise the police and/or prosecute you.
 
8.     What is not insured
Youcannot make a theft or robbery claim:
8.1.   if the insured goods are stolen from a motor vehicle, unless the vehicle is locked at all points of access and all the security systems are activated and the insured goods are concealed out of sight in the locked boot or locked glove compartment;
8.2.   if the insured goods are left at your place of work, school, or any public place unless locked in a secure locker, safe or similar lockable compartment to which you have sole access;
8.3.   for any incident of theft, robbery, vandalism or malicious act that is not reported to the Police within 24hrs of the incident taking place;
8.4.   for any incident of theft or robbery where force or violence is not used or threatened;
8.5.   if the insured goods have mysteriously disappeared or if the insured goods have been lost;
8.6.   if you do not have the original proof of purchase for the goods, the billing statement and this original insurance policy;
8.7.   for any insured goods contained in baggage unless it is worn or carried by you or a member of your family travelling with you;
 
You cannot make a claim for theft, robbery, damage or destruction caused by or arising from:
8.8.   any repair previously completed, and/or if the insured goods are under warranty by a repairer;
8.9.   normal wear and tear, denting, scratching or any gradually operating cause;
8.10.confiscation or detention;
8.11.any process of cleaning, restoration or alteration;
8.12.atmospheric or climatic conditions;
8.13.mildew, fungus, or oxidation;
8.14.inherent product defects other than what is covered by breakdown under this policy;
8.15.not following the manufacturer’s operating instructions or over-winding;
8.16.pressure waves caused by aircraft and other aerial devices travelling at sonic or supersonic speeds;
8.17.war, invasion, acts of foreign enemy hostilities whether war be declared or not, civil war, rebellion, revolution, terrorism, insurrection or military or usurped power;
8.18.damage or theft caused by or during the execution of any criminal act by you;
8.19.malicious damage or theft caused by you, your family or any person lawfully on your premises;
8.20.damage or theft from your premises where they have been left unoccupied for a period of more than 45 consecutive days;
8.21.theft, damage or destruction to any insured goods held or used for any business, trade or commercial purposes;
8.22.the insured goods being lost due to any damage, breakdown or fault or during postage, delivery or transportation;
8.23.any consequential loss;
8.24.the cost of replacing any undamaged goods or parts of a set, or other article of a uniform nature, colour or design when damage occurs within a clearly identifiable area or to a specific part, and matching replacements cannot be obtained.
 
The following exclusions apply only to the breakdown of insured watches:
This insurance:
8.25.does not apply to watch straps, glass and batteries;
8.26.does not cover repairs under warranty by a repairer;
8.27.is void if the insured goods are tampered with by any party other than the manufacturer’s or Maker Mends;
8.28.is valid only if genuine factory parts have been used in servicing;
8.29.does not cover breakdown or damage caused by misuse or neglect.
 
9.     How to Claim
9.1.       Breakdown/Damage
9.1.1.   For repairs due to breakdown or accidental damage of the insured goods, please Call Assurant Solutions on: 0870 152 6115 for advice how to proceed.
 
 
9.2.Theft, Robbery & Fire
For claims due to theft, robbery or fire:
9.2.1.   You must notify the Police within 24 hours of any theft, robbery, vandalism, malicious act or fire and obtain written confirmation, which will include a crime reference number and station telephone number, or in the case of fire, a fire reference number. These numbers MUST be included in the claim details below. A copy of the crime report may be required to confirm the circumstances of your claim.
9.2.2.   Call Assurant Solutions on: 0870 152 6115 for advice how to proceed.
 
9.3.All claims must be made within 30 days of the incident. Failure to do so may invalidate your claim.
 
9.4.In the event of a claim, you may be asked to complete a claim form and provide proof of purchase to us for evaluation.
 
9.5.We highly recommend you using Royal Mail Special Delivery to return your insured goods. We will not be held responsible for any goods returned by you, and not received by either us or Maker Mends.
 
9.6.We will not reimburse you for any cost towards the postage and packaging you have incurred for the return of the insured goods.
 
10. Customer Care
10.1.We care about the service we provide to you and we make every effort to maintain the highest possible standards. If you have any questions about your policy please ask us. Please have this document available so that we can deal with your enquiry quickly.
 
10.2.Although we set ourselves high standards, if we do not meet your expectations and you are not satisfied in some way we would like to know. If you follow the guidelines below, your complaint will be dealt with in the most efficient way possible.
 
Step 1 – Write to: The Operations Director, ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD, 117 – 119 Whitby Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3DR.
 
Step 2 – If you are still not satisfied with the way your complaint has been dealt with, you can ask the Financial Ombudsman Service to review your case. You can contact him at the following address: South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London, E14 9SR. Tel No. 0845 080 1800.
 
10.3.Jewellery and Watch Guard cover is underwritten by ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD incorporated in England no. 2341082. The registered address is: 117-119 Whitby Road, Slough, SL1 3DR.
 
11. Assignment
11.1.The benefits of this contract may not be assigned to a third party.
 
12. Data Protection
12.1.We are committed to maintaining the personal data that you provide in accordance with the requirements of data protection legislation. Our Privacy Statement below gives further information about this.
12.2.ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD, its other related entities, and carefully selected third parties may use yourplease write to us. personal data to keep you informed about insurance products, services and special offers that may be of interest to you. If you do not wish your personal information to be used in this way
 
13.    Notice to Customers
13.1.   You are advised that any telephone calls made to our administration and claims handling units may be monitored or recorded. This is to monitor the accuracy of information provided by our customers and our own staff. It may also be used to provide additional training to our staff or to prove that our procedures comply with legal requirements. Our staff are aware that conversations can be monitored and recorded.
 
13.2.   If we are unable to meet our liabilities, You may be entitled to compensation from the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) who can be contacted at: 7th floor Lloyds Chambers, Portsoken Street, London, E1 8BN. The first £2,000 of an insurance claim or policy is covered in full through the FSCS, plus 90% of the balance.
 
13.3.   ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
 
14. Privacy Statement
14.1.   Yourdata controller:
14.1.1.    For the purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998, the data controller inrespect of any personal information provided is ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD.
14.1.2.You may be assured that ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD will treat all personal data as confidential and will not use or process it other than for legitimate purposes. Steps will be taken to ensure that the information is accurate, kept up to date and not kept for longer than is necessary. Measures will also be taken to safeguard against unauthorised or unlawful processing and accidental loss or destruction or damage to the data.
 
14.2.   Uses made of your personal information:
14.2.1.The personal information that you provide us will be used for a number of different purposes including:
14.2.2.to manage and administer your policy;
14.2.3.to assess your application or subsequent claim(s) including: conducting credit checks and fraud background checks; and approaching former employers, the Department of Employment and the Department of Social Security;
14.2.4.to offer you insurance products and services (except where you have asked us not to do so) and to help us develop new ones;
14.2.5.to contact you with details of changes to the products you have bought;
14.2.6.for internal analysis and research;
14.2.7.to comply with legal or regulatory requirements; and
14.2.8.to identify you when you contact us.
 
14.3.   We may use external third parties to process your personal information on our behalf in accordance with these purposes.
 
14.4.   Sharing of your personal information:
14.4.1.Unless you have asked us not to do so, your personal information provided may be shared with other organisations: so youcan receive, either in writing or by telephone, details of other products and services which may be of interest to you; and in order for us to comply with any legal or regulatory requirements. In addition, we may share your personal information with our related companies to Bankers Insurance Company Limited for the purposes set out in this Privacy Statement.
 
14.5.     Sensitive personal data:
14.5.1.To the extent that you provide sensitive personal data, we (and our related companies) may also process such sensitive personal data, both manually and by electronic means, for the same purposes described in this Privacy Statement. Sensitive personal data includes information as to your physical or mental health or condition; or the commission or alleged commission of any offence by you.
 
14.6.     Business changes:
14.6.1.If we, or a related company, undergoes a reorganisation or is sold to a third party, the personal information provided to us may be transferred to that reorganised entity or third party and used for the purposes set out in this Privacy Statement.
 
14.7.     Overseas transfers:
14.7.1.We may transfer your personal information to countries located outside the European Economic Area (the EEA). This may happen when our servers, suppliers and/or service providers are based outside of the EEA. The data protection laws and other laws of these countries may not be as comprehensive as those that apply within the EEA - in these instances we will take steps to ensure that your privacy rights are respected. Details of the countries relevant to you will be provided to you upon request.
 
14.8.     Access to/correction of your information:
14.8.1.With limited exceptions, you have the right to ask for a copy of the information that we hold about you. There may be a charge for this. If any of the information that we hold about you is incorrect, please write to us at ASSURANT GENERAL INSURANCE LTD, 117-119 Whitby Road, Slough, SL1 3DR, and we will amend as necessary.
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