All services (as defined below) offered by VALUE TIME LLC and its affiliates
including but not limited to; Value Time shared ride is subject to the following Terms
of Service. By agreeing to these Terms, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by
the conditions of use listed below, and any future revisions and additions, as
published at: VALUE TIME/terms, (the "Services") consist of arranging and providing
transportation reservation services over the phone, via websites, and through mobile
applications on behalf of independent, licensed drivers who provide transportation
services (each an "Operator") to individual users and payment collection services of
fees and expenses from users for the Services on behalf of Operators associated
with such transportation services. You agree that your ability to obtain transportation
services through the use of the services doesn't establish VALUE TIME as a
provider of transportation services. Your decision to enter into a reservation or to
accept transportation services from an Operator is at your sole discretion, and any
transportation services provided by an Operator to you is a separate agreement
between the Operator and you. VALUE TIME is only your independent contractor,
and except as expressly stated in these Terms, no joint venture, partnership,
employment, or agency relationship exists between or among you, VALUE TIME or
any of its brands, or any Operator as a result of these Terms or use of the Services.
By agreeing to these terms of service, you also confirm that you understand how our
Service works. For clarification please refer to the FAQs page prior to agreeing to
these terms. Last Updated: October 4th, 2021.
Reservations for transportation to and from the airport are valid only for the time and date
specified. VALUE TIME is not responsible for unused reservation or costs incurred as a result
of customer error. When changing the pickup or drop off location of a reservation, rates are
subject to change and additional charges may apply. For VALUE TIME Shared Ride to the
Airport (where offered). Reservations are required for transportation service to and from
the airport. For reservations to the airport, the Operator guarantees the customer will
arrive at the airport in time to make his or her flight when booking based on the pre-set
times recommended by the company's reservation system. If a customer selects pickup
times outside those recommended automatically during the reservation process, they do so
at their own risk (AOR) and are no longer eligible for a refund of the fare for time delays
outside of the 15-minute window pickup, or for reimbursement of any resulting costs. The
Operator vehicle should arrive within the 15-minute window selected at the time of
booking. It is the customer's responsibility to be ready and waiting to depart outside of the
pickup location at the beginning of the 15-minute window and remain for the full
designated 15-minute pickup window. Failure to do so may inhibit the Operator's ability to
provide service and may result in possible forfeiture of fare. For all services offered, the
customer must include the "Day of Travel" phone number in the event the Operator calls
for assistance during the pickup process. Operators are not required to call this phone
number in advance of the pickup, however. Failure to provide a contact number for the day
of travel may prevent our ability to provide service and result in possible forfeiture of fare.
Customer may also receive additional notification calls to the designated contact number
announcing reservation details in advance of the pickup. Advance reservations do not
guarantee that a vehicle will be waiting for the customer at the curb at time of arrival.
Vehicles are assigned to passengers upon online check-in. Wait times for pick-up from the
airport terminal can vary from city to city. Please note that if you book a reservation from
the airport, this does not mean a vehicle will be waiting for you when you arrive. Due to
security considerations, most airports do not allow Operators to have vehicles lined up at
the curb. However, Operators have vehicles waiting close by in a "holding lot" near the
airport, just minutes away. Also, a vehicle or an alternative vehicle may not always be
available, since in any given area or at any given time there are not an unlimited number of
vehicles to service customer demand during low peak hours, so a customer may incur an
extended wait time during those situations. Reservation Abandonment Reservation
abandonment occurs when the Operator cannot find the customer at the designated pickup location and cannot reach the customer for further instruction using the "Day of Travel"
contact number provided within a short, reasonable time period, so as not to jeopardize
pick-up of other shared-ride passengers.
Tolls, taxes and other fees may be not included in the calculated cost of the ride and
customer may be responsible for additional charges. Shared Ride Airport Transfers. A flat
rate is quoted at the time of booking and is guaranteed so long as the reservation is not
changed. Exclusive, Non-Stop Airport Transfers. These reservations include vehicle service
to or from the airport. A flat rate is quoted at the time of booking and is guaranteed so long
as the reservation is not changed. Extra stops are not available for this service. Charter
Reservations. Charters options include point to point or hourly transportation. Point-topoint reservations, where available, require a minimum charge plus distance-traveled
charge and advance reservations. Customers who wish to add an additional stop must
purchase a minimum 2-hour Hourly Charter. Hourly charters require a two-hour minimum
reservation and at least one-hour advance notice. Hourly charter reservations should be
made in advance to ensure availability. Extra Stops. Customers who wish to add an
additional stop must purchase a minimum 2-hour Hourly Charter.
You agree that use of the Services may result in charges to you not only for the Services but
also for the transportation services you receive from Operators. VALUE TIME will receive or
enable the payment of such charges through the Services as described in these Terms, and
with respect to charges owed to Operators, VALUE TIME will collect those charges as the
Operator's limited collection agent, and payment of such charges to VALUE TIME will be
considered the same as payment made directly by you to the Operator. VALUE TIME may
use the proceeds from payment of the charges for any purpose, subject to any payment
obligations under its agreement with Operators. Customers must pay at the time of booking
to secure advance reservations. Any charges are processed at the time of booking and are
refundable following the terms outlined in the cancellation policy below. For reservations
booked curbside, payment options vary and are dependent on location. Personal
Identification. Operators and their staff reserve the right to request personal identification
from customers with fares exceeding $200. Failure to provide personal identification
matching information on file may result in the inability of the company to service the
reservation. Company Vouchers. Company-issued vouchers serve as a form of payment and
the original voucher must be presented to the Operator in the vehicle, at time of payment.
In select cities, for rides from the airport, a customer may be requested to present a
voucher to the Operator at the airport. Additional payment may be required to cover the
cost of your ride. If the value on the voucher exceeds the reservation fee, the difference will
not be returned. Vouchers provided by VALUE TIME are only valid for one year from date of
issue or marked expiration date, whichever comes first. Expired vouchers will not be
reissued and cannot be redeemed as a form of payment. Vouchers cannot be replaced or
refunded if lost or stolen. Company-issued vouchers serve only as a form of payment and
do not constitute a reservation. Customers must still schedule a reservation in advance to
ensure pick-up. Third-Party Vouchers. VALUE TIME permits a variety of partners to re-sell its
Services, including travel agents, travel aggregators, and transportation aggregators. For
third party providers, terms and conditions for services and vouchers will be established by
the provider, but shall not supersede the Terms established herein by VALUE TIME. It is the
customer's responsibility to ensure that the terms of any services purchased match the
service for which they intend to use it, prior to any posted expiration dates. Expired
vouchers cannot be redeemed as a form of payment. Refunds, changes to reservations, and
billing issues on reservations made through third party travel partners and agents must be
directed to the third-party provider or agent firm for assistance. Company-issued vouchers
serve as a form of payment and the original, hard-copy voucher may be required by the
Operator as payment in the vehicle, at time of payment. In select cities, for rides from the
airport, customer may be requested to present voucher to the Operator at the airport.
Depending on arrangements made with the Third-Party Provider, vouchers may serve only
as a form of payment and may not constitute a reservation. Customers may still need to
schedule a reservation in advance to ensure pick-up. Fare Tickets. Fare Tickets are tickets
distributed by Operators or computerized kiosk upon check-in at the airport. They can only
be redeemed using the original issued ticket. They cannot be redeemed through facsimile
or scanned image. Fare tickets that have been purchased are non-refundable if not
redeemed within 30 days. Direct Bill. Direct Bill accounts allow customers to book online, by
phone, curbside, or in-vehicle. Accounts are billed after the reservation is complete. These
accounts are typically managed as part of Corporate Accounts and require credit approval.
Discounts. Discount codes are valid for use while reserving the service. They cannot be
combined with other offers. They cannot be redeemed using third party providers.
Discounts cannot be applied during phone reservations. Under no circumstances will a
discount be applied past the expiration date. Receipts. Phone- and web-based reservations
have the option to receive an email confirmation with complete reservation and payment
details. For curbside reservations, it is the customer's responsibility to ask for a receipt as
proof of payment in the vehicle. VALUE TIME cannot guarantee the generation of receipts
after the fact.
VALUE TIME Cancellation Policy. Customers can cancel a reservation at any time up to 24
hours before the scheduled pickup for a full fare refund using the website, mobile website,
and the official mobile apps. For reservations made via phone, the booking fee is nonrefundable. Cancellations can also be made by calling 1 (408) 667-6685
VALUE TIME will not provide a refund if the reservation is cancelled or changed less than 24
hours prior to pick-up time, or in the event of reservation abandonment. This includes
bookings made within two hours of pickup time. Flight Cancellations and Delays Due to
Airlines. Failure to contact VALUE TIME with flight cancellation or delay information in a
timely manner may be considered reservation abandonment and may result in forfeiture of
fare. Reservations impacted by airline delays and cancellations may qualify for refund when
a replacement reservation is made.
Customer is responsible to reserve the correct vehicle to safely handle their luggage needs.
Each service type offered by VALUE TIME has a maximum allowed luggage that is clearly
displayed at the time of service selection. Failure to properly select the correct service type
may result in additional fees, the need for an additional vehicle, or the inability of the
company to service the reservation. Customers traveling with valuables, priceless items,
and prescription drugs should keep these items in their possession during the course of the
trip with the Operator. Luggage Restrictions. Shared Ride Service - Each passenger is
allotted the following on board the Operator vehicle: - 2 checked luggage pieces, such as
standard suitcases and large duffel bags weighing 50 pounds or less each; and - 2 carry-on
items, such as purses, laptop cases, briefcases, small suitcases, and backpacks. Larger items
will be stowed in the rear storage area of the Operator vehicle for the safety of all
passengers. Exclusive/Direct/Express Service - Luggage must safely fit inside the vehicle in
accordance with the manufacturer's limit for the vehicle type ordered. Damaged Items.
Normal wear and tear to personal items is typical of the handling process during
transportation by Operators. Transporting large items, such as luggage, may result in
scratches, dings, and nicks. VALUE TIME and Operators are not responsible for damages
such as broken pull handles/straps, broken wheels or feet, or damages that are incurred as
a result of over-packing, items packed improperly, or fragile items. It is the customer's
responsibility to ensure any belongings kept with customer in the main seating
compartment of the vehicle are securely packed and fastened, and that any breakable
items are protected while using the Operator's transportation service. Customer must
report significant damage to any personal items during use of the Operator's transportation
service immediately to the Operator. In the event the Operator determines the item was
not treated with reasonable care and chooses to offer reimbursement for an item, the value
of reimbursement is not to exceed $250.00 per passenger unless local regulations deem
otherwise. The Operator reserves the right to inspect the item and determine the type and
amount of reimbursement, if any, based on damages. Lost Items. Passengers are
responsible for their own luggage and any items placed by themselves or the Operator in
the vehicle. Neither VALUE TIME nor Operators assume liability in the event of damage, loss
or theft of any such property and will not be responsible for losses incurred, including but
not limited to, loss of future profit, potential income, and additional expenses or losses
incurred as a result of lost or stolen baggage or personal property. VALUE TIME and
Operators are also not liable for lost items left behind in the vehicle by a customer.
However, Operators do want to help customers reunite with lost items whenever possible.
If an item is lost, the customer immediately contacts the Operator. Returning left behind or
found items may incur delivery and/or shipping charges to the recipient.
Seatbelts. Seatbelts are provided for customer safety. Customers must wear safety belts
while inside the vehicle, but it is the customer's responsibility to ensure the seatbelt is
securely fastened, as required by law. Operators reserve the right to refuse service to
parties out of compliance with applicable laws. To review the safety belt laws for the area in
which you will be traveling please visit the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety website.
Safety Bars. Operator vehicles may have safety bars installed for your safety. Please use the
safety bar when boarding and exiting the vehicle. Operator vehicles seat 3-10 passengers
depending on the city vehicle profile. Oversized or excess luggage may require a larger or
private vehicle at an additional cost. Seat capacity is limited to seats with working safety
belts. State laws prohibit loading vehicles beyond seating capacity. Any attempt to do so
may require additional vehicle reservations.
Smoking is not permitted in any Operator vehicles.
Accessible Transportation. In compliance with federal regulations, we provide reservations
with Operators who offer accessible vehicles to customers with disabilities, including those
who use wheelchairs and those who are accompanied by service animals. Traveling with
Children. Operators welcome the opportunity to serve our younger travelers when
accompanied by a responsible adult. If making an online reservation, please indicate the
number of children traveling so we can reserve a seat. State laws do not allow children to
ride in the lap of an adult. If your child is under the minimum age/weight standards, you
must supply an approved car seat for each child to whom the applicable law applies. It is
recommended that traveling parents and legal guardians become knowledgeable about the
applicable laws in the states in which they will be traveling. For more information on
applicable laws, please visit: the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety website. Operators
reserve the right to refuse service to parties out of compliance with state law. Traveling
Minors. Customers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for
the entire duration of the ride. Operators may refuse service if a child is not old enough to
ride alone and is without an adult or guardian. Pets. Pets are permitted with advance
reservations. All pets, excluding service animals, must be kenneled. Pets less than 25
pounds may be held in a lap carrier. Pets larger than 25 pounds may require an exclusive
vehicle. All pets must be properly secured within the carrier at all times. Service animals are
permitted on vehicles. Please be mindful of the vehicle size while booking rides with a
service animal. Please be aware that if you have an allergy to animals, Operators, in
accordance with the ADA, provide service to individuals accompanied by service animals. In
addition, other passengers may be traveling with a cat or dog. User Error. Customer is
responsible for providing accurate information at time of booking. When he/she provides
information for travel, the customer agrees that the information will be accurate. VALUE
TIME is not responsible for mistakes made by customers while using the Service, its official
websites, or mobile applications. Confirmation emails are provided at the time of booking
to allow customers to review details of their reservation in advance of the reservation.
Additionally, certain locations provide automated reminder phone calls the day before
pickup, allowing the customer time to cancel or make any changes two hours or more in
advance of the reservation, as required by the Cancellation Policy outlined above. Travel
Times and Delays. VALUE TIME and Operators are not responsible for significant delays in
anticipated arrival due to traffic, weather, or road conditions, or any other unforeseen
circumstances. Under such conditions, VALUE TIME reserves the right to cancel and refund
reservations in advance of the scheduled pickup. Travel Times. Unlike direct transportation,
shared ride travel typically takes longer as customers wait for fellow passengers to load or
unload. In addition to being affected by other passengers sharing the ride, travel time is
dependent on geography, weather condition, time of day, and traffic conditions. Because of
these variables, VALUE TIME and Operators cannot provide an exact travel time. Service
Advisories. At times there may be delays and changes to normal operations due to severe
weather and traffic incidents. Whenever possible, VALUE TIME will post information to a
website, blog, or other forms of communication, to notify customers in advance. Customer
Service Concerns. Customers are encouraged to notify us of their experience, good or bad.
Limitations on Compensation Following Service Failure. Where it is determined to be
company fault, customers may receive compensation in the form of a partial or complete
refund, reservation credits, or through other means. In most cases where alternative
transportation is taken and paid for by the customer, reimbursement will not include full
refund of the original reservation but will reimburse the difference paid for the alternate
mode of transportation over the original cost of the reservation with service. Limitations on
Compensation Following Missed Flights. When it is determined to be company fault, VALUE
TIME may provide compensation not to exceed $200.00 per person for domestic flights and
$300.00 per person for international flights. VALUE TIME may reimburse for overnight
lodging in the event a customer cannot book a flight out on the same day of travel.
Reimbursement is based on the average standard room rate as dictated by management in
that market. Meals and other expenses are not covered as part of reimbursement for delays
or missed flights. VALUE TIME does not assume any responsibility for lost income or
potential income, and other losses resulting from missed professional or personal functions.
When traveling to an important event, it is recommended to allow extra travel time by
booking earlier than the recommended time to avoid delays. Limitations on Customer Claim
Time. The Customer hereby acknowledges and agrees that, unless a longer period is
mandated and made unwaivable by law, any claim relating to the services provided to
Customer hereunder, including, without limitation, claims relating to damaged luggage,
missed flight or other out of pocket expenses due to any alleged service failure, must be
brought within 45 days after the occurrence of the act or omission that is the subject of the
claim. Refunds. For Credit Card Refunds: Once approved, a refund request is submitted
within 24 hours, excluding weekends and federal holidays. The refund is then completed by
customer's financial institution. Customer should refer to their financial institution to check
on status of refund. For Check Refunds: Once approved, refund requests are entered on a
daily basis. Checks are cut once weekly and put in the mail for delivery to the address
provided every Friday; delivery varies dependent on holidays.
Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy is incorporated in this agreement and
subject to these Terms and Conditions. Privacy Policy. At VALUE TIME, we are committed to
protecting your privacy. We use the information you provide to secure your reservation and
disclose your reservation information to Operators providing transportation services. At
some point in the future, we may use the information we collect to occasionally notify you
about important functionality changes to the Websites, new VALUE TIME services, and
special offers we think you'll find valuable. If we do so, you'll be provided an opportunity to
unsubscribe from this mailing list. Except as provided herein, VALUE TIME does not sell,
trade, or rent your personal information to others. We may choose to do so in the future
with trustworthy third parties.. In addition, we also may market certain third-party services
through our site. If you accept the offer, we will pass your relevant personal information,
including name to that third party. . Also, VALUE TIME may provide aggregate statistics
about our customers, sales, traffic patterns, and related site information to reputable thirdparty vendors, but these statistics will include no personally identifying information.
VALUE TIME may release account information when we believe, in good faith, that such release is reasonably necessary to (i) comply with law, (ii) enforce or apply the terms of any of our user agreements or (iii) protect the rights, property or safety of valuetimeforsenior.services, any of our branded services, Operators, or others. We use Google Analytics' third-party audience data such as age, gender and interests to better understanding the behavior of our website users and customers and work with companies that collect information about your online activities to provide advertising targeted to suit your interests and preferences. For example, you may see certain ads on this website or other websites because we contract with Google and other similar companies to target our ads based on information we or they have collected, including information that was collected through automated means (such as cookies and web beacons). These companies also use automated technologies to collect information when you click on our ads, which helps track and manage the effectiveness of our marketing efforts. You may opt out of the automated collection of information by third-party ad networks for the purpose of delivering advertisements tailored to your interests, by visiting the consumer opt-out page for the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioral Advertising at http://www.aboutads.info/choices/, edit or opt-out your Google Display Network ads' preferences at http://www.google.com/ads/preferences/, and/or opt out of DoubleClick's use of cookies by visiting the DoubleClick opt-out page or the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page. Tipping Policy. Passengers riding with Operators have the option to tip their drivers in-person or online. When reviewing the total charge of your ride, there will be a pre-selected tip percentage added to the subtotal. This pre-selected tip percentage can be adjusted prior to purchase or select the "Tip in Vehicle" option which designates an in person tip to our driver, via credit card or cash, after a ride completion. Some Operator vehicles may display signage indicating that fares do not include gratuity - this refers to reservations where a gratuity was not applied at the time the reservation was made. Disclaimers, Limitations of Liability, and Indemnity disclaimer except as expressly provided in these terms, the services are provided "as is" and "as available," shuttle disclaims all representations and warranties, express, implied, or statutory, including the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. Value Time makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee regarding the reliability, timeliness, quality, suitability, or availability of the services or any services requested through the use of the services, or that the services will be uninterrupted or error-free. does not guarantee value time the quality, suitability, safety, or ability of third-party providers, including operators. you agree that the entire risk arising out of your use of the services, and any service requested in connection therewith, remains solely with you, to the maximum extent permitted under applicable law. limitation of liability. except to the extent of the remedies expressly stated in these terms, value time will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, exemplary, punitive, or consequential damages, including lost profits, lost data, personal injury, or property damage related to, in connection with, or otherwise resulting from any use of the services, regardless of the negligence (either active, affirmative, sole, or concurrent) of value time, even if value time has been advised of the possibility of such damages. except as expressly provided in these terms, value time will not be liable for any damages, liability, or losses arising out of: (a) your use of or reliance on the services or your inability to access or use the services; or (b) any transaction or relationship between you and any third party provider, including an operator, even if value time has been advised of the possibility of such damages. value time will not be liable for delay or failure in performance resulting from causes beyond value time's reasonable control. the services may be used by you to request and schedule transportation with operators, but you agree that value time has no responsibility or liability to you related to any transportation services provided to you by operators other than as expressly set forth in these terms. the limitations and disclaimer in these terms do not purport to limit liability or alter your rights as a consumer that cannot be excluded under applicable law. because some states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of or the limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, in such states or jurisdictions, Value Time's liability will be limited to the extent permitted by law. Indemnity. You agree to indemnify and hold VALUE TIME and its affiliates and their officers, directors, employees, and agents harmless from any and all claims, demands, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including attorneys' fees), arising out of, in connection with, or related to: (i) your use of the Services or services obtained through your use of the Services; (ii) your breach or violation of any of these Terms; or (iii) your violation of the rights of any third party, including Operators.