Rescission: is a controversial insurance industry practice that has come under fire as an unfair tactic used to deny coverage to policy holders. If you've been a victim of rescission, your insurance company has received a claim from you, and then – after reviewing your application and medical history for undisclosed conditions or inconsistencies – has cancelled your policy at a point when you needed it most. Read recent news articles about rescission.

 

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Rescission: A grace period allowed by law and/or company policy during which time a timeshare buyer has the right to cancel a purchase agreement without penalties. Though rescission periods vary from st . . . View Full Definition

Right Of Rescission: Literally means 'to take back' or 'cancel.' If a borrower rescinds a mortgage loan, it is as if the mortgage loan never existed. Some borrowers have by law a right to 'rescind' certain mortg . . . View Full Definition

Breach Of Contract: Violation of any of the terms or conditions of a contract without legal excuse, default, nonperformance. The nonbreaching party can usually seek one of three alternative remedies upon a mate . . . View Full Definition

Cooling-Off Period: Also know as rescission, this term refers to the time period following the purchase of a timeshare property during which a buyer may cancel the agreement without incurring penalties. In the . . . View Full Definition