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  • Report:  #65952

Complaint Review: LifeKey Health Aka Enzyte - Cincinnati Ohio

Reported By:
- Bradford, New York,
Submitted:
Updated:

LifeKey Health Aka Enzyte
P.O. Box 42635 Cincinnati, 45242 Ohio, U.S.A.
Phone:
866-985-9040
Web:
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I called their 1-800 number in May 2003 to order their FREE 30 day trial offer for just $4.95 S/H they ask if I was interested in follow on orders for a reduced amount of $59.95 Every two months you would recieve these pills for one year for this really low price. I clearly said NO.

I recieved the 30 day supply as promised. I never called them to request any further orders. Then in Jun. 2003 another order arrived without my request and they billed my credit card $69.95 not the $59.95 they advertise. So Immediately called them after several busy signals and disconnects I got a real person and complained they said to complete and submit the form on the internet to withdraw from the program I never signed up for. I submitted the form anyway and thought it was all over when nothing happened in July 2003.

Then came August 2003 and here comes another un-requested and unwanted package with 2 additional months of enzyte. They again billed my card another $69.95. I was HOT to say the least. I called again and talked with a lady named Sabrena, who lied through her teeth and said just mail back all (4 month supply) the enzyte and they would credit my card. I mailed the pills back USPS Special Delivery Confirmation requested. So I know they recieved the merchandise.

I have since notified my credit card company of these billing disputes and the companies unethical and fraudulent practices.

Never, Never do business with this company or any other company saying somthing is free for shipping only.

Earl

Bradford, New York
U.S.A.


5 Updates & Rebuttals

Tim

Grand Haven,
Michigan,
U.S.A.
Just a little idea...

#2Consumer Comment

Sat, August 30, 2003

Jacqueline is probably entirely correct in stating that your over-the-phone opt out of the renewal program may be hard to prove, but I have an idea that may make it a little easier, if you are willing to go through the trouble. Most of these telemarketing companies that have recurrent billing situations record their sales calls so that when someone disputes their bill the company can refer to the taped conversation and show that the customer did in fact agree to be recurrently billed. In your case, you assert that you explicitly stated that you did not want to be enrolled in such a program. If they taped a conversation to which you were a party, you may be entitled to a copy of said recording, which, as you assert, would include your verbal opt-out. If you did in fact tell the marketer that you were not interested in said program, this taped conversation may be easily accessible proof of this. My advice is to call the company and ask if they record their sales calls. If they do, ask to speak to a supervisor and let them know that you would like a copy of your call and that you intend to use this tape as evidence against them should it come to a court proceeding. I would imagine this would be enough to bring them around to your point of view. If they refuse to provide you with said taping, you may want to proceed to your local district court and file a small clims case against them, and ask the court to assist you in acquiring any such records that you are entitled to. I hope this advice helps you out, but please keep in mind that I am not a lawyer and this is not necessarily competent legal advice.


Tim

Grand Haven,
Michigan,
U.S.A.
Just a little idea...

#3Consumer Comment

Sat, August 30, 2003

Jacqueline is probably entirely correct in stating that your over-the-phone opt out of the renewal program may be hard to prove, but I have an idea that may make it a little easier, if you are willing to go through the trouble. Most of these telemarketing companies that have recurrent billing situations record their sales calls so that when someone disputes their bill the company can refer to the taped conversation and show that the customer did in fact agree to be recurrently billed. In your case, you assert that you explicitly stated that you did not want to be enrolled in such a program. If they taped a conversation to which you were a party, you may be entitled to a copy of said recording, which, as you assert, would include your verbal opt-out. If you did in fact tell the marketer that you were not interested in said program, this taped conversation may be easily accessible proof of this. My advice is to call the company and ask if they record their sales calls. If they do, ask to speak to a supervisor and let them know that you would like a copy of your call and that you intend to use this tape as evidence against them should it come to a court proceeding. I would imagine this would be enough to bring them around to your point of view. If they refuse to provide you with said taping, you may want to proceed to your local district court and file a small clims case against them, and ask the court to assist you in acquiring any such records that you are entitled to. I hope this advice helps you out, but please keep in mind that I am not a lawyer and this is not necessarily competent legal advice.


Tim

Grand Haven,
Michigan,
U.S.A.
Just a little idea...

#4Consumer Comment

Sat, August 30, 2003

Jacqueline is probably entirely correct in stating that your over-the-phone opt out of the renewal program may be hard to prove, but I have an idea that may make it a little easier, if you are willing to go through the trouble. Most of these telemarketing companies that have recurrent billing situations record their sales calls so that when someone disputes their bill the company can refer to the taped conversation and show that the customer did in fact agree to be recurrently billed. In your case, you assert that you explicitly stated that you did not want to be enrolled in such a program. If they taped a conversation to which you were a party, you may be entitled to a copy of said recording, which, as you assert, would include your verbal opt-out. If you did in fact tell the marketer that you were not interested in said program, this taped conversation may be easily accessible proof of this. My advice is to call the company and ask if they record their sales calls. If they do, ask to speak to a supervisor and let them know that you would like a copy of your call and that you intend to use this tape as evidence against them should it come to a court proceeding. I would imagine this would be enough to bring them around to your point of view. If they refuse to provide you with said taping, you may want to proceed to your local district court and file a small clims case against them, and ask the court to assist you in acquiring any such records that you are entitled to. I hope this advice helps you out, but please keep in mind that I am not a lawyer and this is not necessarily competent legal advice.


Tim

Grand Haven,
Michigan,
U.S.A.
Just a little idea...

#5Consumer Comment

Sat, August 30, 2003

Jacqueline is probably entirely correct in stating that your over-the-phone opt out of the renewal program may be hard to prove, but I have an idea that may make it a little easier, if you are willing to go through the trouble. Most of these telemarketing companies that have recurrent billing situations record their sales calls so that when someone disputes their bill the company can refer to the taped conversation and show that the customer did in fact agree to be recurrently billed. In your case, you assert that you explicitly stated that you did not want to be enrolled in such a program. If they taped a conversation to which you were a party, you may be entitled to a copy of said recording, which, as you assert, would include your verbal opt-out. If you did in fact tell the marketer that you were not interested in said program, this taped conversation may be easily accessible proof of this. My advice is to call the company and ask if they record their sales calls. If they do, ask to speak to a supervisor and let them know that you would like a copy of your call and that you intend to use this tape as evidence against them should it come to a court proceeding. I would imagine this would be enough to bring them around to your point of view. If they refuse to provide you with said taping, you may want to proceed to your local district court and file a small clims case against them, and ask the court to assist you in acquiring any such records that you are entitled to. I hope this advice helps you out, but please keep in mind that I am not a lawyer and this is not necessarily competent legal advice.


Jacqueline

Hammond,
Indiana,
U.S.A.
You're not out of the woods yet...

#6Consumer Suggestion

Wed, August 20, 2003

You have to change your account number or cancel that card, because they will continue to make withdrawals, even while your dispute department confronts them. You cannot receive that free trial without becoming a member of their mail order service. Whoever you spoke to lied. In addition, saying "No" by phone does not leave you with much proof of your business transaction. Just for thoroughness and safety, you need to send them a written letter--Certified Signature Required, ordering them NOT TO SEND ANYMORE of their product. Clearly state you are NOT a member, and have no intention of joining in the future. They are not to make any further withdrawals from your account, which would constitue THEFT. It may seem futile, but you need this for the record, and to rule out reoccuring problems. Demand a full refund. Even while your credit card disput department handles, add the request of a FULL REFUND to the letter for the record. There is more access information here, if you or your credit card need it through Keyword: Lifekey or Category: Alternative Health. Hope this helps.

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