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Leandri van der Merwe

1 reviews | Active since Aug 2022

22 Jul 2024, 13:11

My Discovery Insure Claim Nightmare

Subject: Unacceptable Delays and Poor Service: My Discovery Insure Claim Nightmare

Dear Discovery Insure,

I am writing to express my extreme frustration and disappointment with the handling of my recent insurance claim. On May 31, 2024, I logged a claim for a damaged company PC. Given the critical nature of this device for our work, I expected prompt and efficient service. Unfortunately, my experience has been anything but satisfactory.

Here’s a breakdown of the ordeal:

Initial Claim Submission (May 31, 2024): I promptly reported the damage and followed your instructions to obtain a damage report and repair/replacement quotation. I submitted all necessary documents on June 14, 2024. Radio Silence: Despite multiple requests for feedback, I received no updates. Our work was severely impacted, and we had no choice but to purchase a new PC out of necessity. External Assessment (July 8, 2024): Out of the blue, an external party instructed by Discovery assessed the PC. To my dismay, their assessment yielded the same result as the initial one. Replacement Quote Request (July 17, 2024): Finally, on July 17, 2024, I received an email stating that Discovery had requested a replacement quote from their suppliers. This was 53 days after I initially registered my claim. Unacceptable Timeline: According to Discovery’s own guidelines, the entire process should take no more than 11 days. Clearly, this timeline has been egregiously violated. Lack of Appointed Repairer: I had to personally arrange and pay for the assessment, as no repairer was appointed to assist me. This is unacceptable. Previous Claims Experience: Over the course of my insurance with Discovery, I have made three claims. Regrettably, only one of those experiences met my expectations. I am not interested in a new PC—I needed timely resolution and reimbur*****t. Waiting another day is simply not an option. I implore you to expedite my claim and allow me to move forward.

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Discovery Insure
Discovery Insure's reply22 Jul 2024, 13:40
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Good Day Leandri

Please accept our apologies for any frustration caused. We've escalated your concerns to the relevant team and will revert with feedback as soon as received. 

Regards
Discovery Insure