Verizon Tiered Data Plan. Please Read This Post

[DolfanCole]

The contract is basically for a term of service. The phone, the plan and the features can change but you are agreeing to a minimum service for that period of time.

If that's true, then Verizon can change to a tiered plan at any time and the customer would have no recourse (basically just bend over, grab the ankles, and say, "thank you, can I have another?"). I'd hate for that to be the case. Maybe it's time I go back and actually read the contract.

 

[mpciii]

If that's true, then Verizon can change to a tiered plan at any time and the customer would have no recourse (basically just bend over, grab the ankles, and say, "thank you, can I have another?"). I'd hate for that to be the case. Maybe it's time I go back and actually read the contract.

I didn't say they could change it. They have agreed to allow the user to make changes in exchange for keeping service for a set amount of time. This really isn't that difficult a concept is it?

 

[DolfanCole]

I didn't say they could change it. They have agreed to allow the user to make changes in exchange for keeping service for a set amount of time. This really isn't that difficult a concept is it?

You actually didn't say who would be making the changes. You said only that "the phone, the plan and the features can change" because the contract is merely for a "term of service". It isn't that hard of a concept to then conclude by your statement that either the customer or Verizon could make the changes, is it? If the contract is only for a term of service, then why couldn't either make changes to the plan?

 

[Hand_O_Death]

With any contract, if one party decides to change something with in the specified time of the contract, then the other party has the right to cancel the contract out right. Now when you get a new phone, the plan and contract stay the same because your contract allows you to change your phone during that time, but if you want the discounted phones, then they have you renew your contract. Of course if you want to add texting or what not, technically, then Verizon could say no we do not want to change the contract and cancel you then and be fully justified in court. Obviously they would not because they would be loosing business. BUT if anything changes in a contract which is forced upon you, then you have a right to back out without any penalties (like early termination fees).

Most companies stick with old contracts and do not force changes unless they are severely needed or just cover everyone (Like a privacy policy change) so grandfathering seems like the most logical way the company will go, but of course if they decide to try and force contracts you are not stuck paying more automatically and can back out with no problems. You will not get "bent over".

 

[DolfanCole]

With any contract, if one party decides to change something with in the specified time of the contract, then the other party has the right to cancel the contract out right. Now when you get a new phone, the plan and contract stay the same because your contract allows you to change your phone during that time, but if you want the discounted phones, then they have you renew your contract. Of course if you want to add texting or what not, technically, then Verizon could say no we do not want to change the contract and cancel you then and be fully justified in court. Obviously they would not because they would be loosing business. BUT if anything changes in a contract which is forced upon you, then you have a right to back out without any penalties (like early termination fees).

Most companies stick with old contracts and do not force changes unless they are severely needed or just cover everyone (Like a privacy policy change) so grandfathering seems like the most logical way the company will go, but of course if they decide to try and force contracts you are not stuck paying more automatically and can back out with no problems. You will not get "bent over".

I agree. I think you're right on the money here. My point earlier was simply that if the contract is merely a "term of service", Verizon could make changes, not that they necessarily would. And as you state, I also believe that any change would allow the customer to back out without penalty, and I don't think Verizon wants that. They'd rather have the customer remain on contract with them.

 

[rescueswimmer]

Just curious, I got a card in the mail since im due for an upgrade. No special deals on phones just the normal 2 year pricing but in bold in the back it has 29.99 unlim. then right below it OFFER expries 4/30/11 referring to the unlim data????? Anybody else ever get one of these cards.

 

[Frag x 3]

People believe that when they sign a contract, it's legally binding on the carrier's end. It's not. The contract that you sign is simply that, something YOU signed. Do you see anywhere on that contract where the company signs, too?

You're agreeing to their contract, their stipulations. If they want to change it at any time, they can. Hell, they can terminate the contract at any time, for any reason. If they want to change to a tiered pricing plan, they can. That material change in the contract will allow you to back out of the deal, within 30 days of receiving notice. If you fail to respond, you're agreeing to their terms. If you want, you can take your brick of a device and walk. Port your number to another carrier and start over. Remember, every carrier is out for a profit, they're not a providing a service out of the kindness of their hearts.

 

[Hand_O_Death]

People believe that when they sign a contract, it's legally binding on the carrier's end. It's not. The contract that you sign is simply that, something YOU signed. Do you see anywhere on that contract where the company signs, too?

You're agreeing to their contract, their stipulations. If they want to change it at any time, they can. Hell, they can terminate the contract at any time, for any reason. If they want to change to a tiered pricing plan, they can. That material change in the contract will allow you to back out of the deal, within 30 days of receiving notice. If you fail to respond, you're agreeing to their terms. If you want, you can take your brick of a device and walk. Port your number to another carrier and start over. Remember, every carrier is out for a profit, they're not a providing a service out of the kindness of their hearts.

Incorrect, the contract is THEIR contract with their company, it does not require a signature and contracts protect both ways. They can not change your contract without violating it. Any change gives you a chance to back out with out with out any fees. Yes they CAN change the contract, but so can you. It is just if you cancel it, you pay a fee, if they change it and you decide you do not want to go by that contract anymore, then you can back out. That is the point of the contract. It is not like you could wake up tomorrow and be forced to pay $10,000 a month per text. By your logic, you would be legally binded to do so.