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• Initial Complaint

  Date:10/05/2023

  Type:Service or Repair Issues
  Status:

  ResolvedMore info

  Complaint statuses

  Resolved:

  The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.

  Unresolved:

  The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.

  Answered:

  The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.

  Unanswered:

  The business failed to respond to the dispute.

  Unpursuable:

  BBB is unable to locate the business.

  When I signed up for the Drivers Ed class for my son, I was told the in car portion of the class would be easy to schedule online but we must wait until class begins (I realize now that this is done because you can't get a refund at that point). Once you are eligible, you quickly find out they offer very few, if any, chances to complete the in car driving sessions. We were able to reschedule our entire lives and go to different locations to get the first two sessions over the summer. Now that school has started, we cannot complete the third. There are few sessions offered and all are during normal school hours. How can a drivers ed company only have sessions from 8am-2pm? No teenager is available to complete the class. I think they are assuming people will give up and pay someone else because they are not offering the complete class. They should make this known BEFORE they collect money and tell you there is no refund. We know many kids who will have to wait an entire YEAR to complete drivers ed because greg's will not give them an opportunity to complete the in car portion of the course. Shame on them

  Bureau Response

  Date: 10/06/2023

  Mary ** *****
  Greg's Driving School 
  * ********* ** ***** **** ** *****
  
  
  Dear Mary ** *****: 
    
  Better Business Bureau (BBB) received a complaint about your business. BBB understands that there are two sides to every dispute, and we have not pre-judged the validity of this claim. This is your opportunity to address the concerns of your consumer and to rebuild the trust that first brought you together. BBB seeks to help businesses resolve their disputes, whether or not they are accredited with BBB.  The complaint was submitted on 10/5/2023 and was assigned an ID of *********   
  
  How do I take care of this?
  Your BBB is requesting a written response to this complaint within the next 7 calendar days.  Your prompt and professional response greatly enhances the chance for a successful resolution and will further your reputation as a BBB Accredited Business.  If you received this complaint via email, the fastest and easiest way to view and respond is to the simply click on the “Respond to this Complaint”, link located on the left.  All responses will be copied to the complainant. 
  
  

  If you received this complaint via Postal Mail, you may respond online using the link below or respond by mail using the address above.
  To access/respond to this complaint online:
  Go to: ****************
  Enter the following code* **************

  What should I include in my response?
  Please provide an explanation of the events from your perspective and/or a concrete plan for how to work toward a resolution. Remember that the more factual information we have about the case, the easier it is for all parties to develop a full understanding of the situation. 
   
  Please understand that the complaint content and your response may be publicly posted on the BBB web site (BBB reserves the right to not post in accordance with BBB policy). Please do not include any information that personally identifies your customer. By submitting your response, you are representing that it is a truthful account of your experience with this consumer. BBB may edit the complaint or your response to protect privacy rights and to remove inappropriate language.
  
  What will happen if I do not submit a response and what can I expect to happen next?
  If you do not respond promptly to this complaint, it may be closed as Unanswered.  This may result in a substantially lower rating with BBB, which could adversely influence potential customers. Once we receive your response, we will forward it to your customer and ask them to tell us in writing whether your response resolves their concerns.  If they continue to express dissatisfaction, the case will be reviewed by BBB staff to determine if the remaining concerns warrant an additional response.  The overall standard applied in the review process is: Did the company act in good faith, and do everything that could be reasonably expected, or is responsible for, to resolve the issue?
  
  We look forward to helping you and your customer work toward an amicable resolution. 
  

  Sincerely,

  Wanda *******
  **************************
  

   

  CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE INFORMATION

   

  Customer Information:

  Jennifer ********

  **** ********* ***** **************** ****** ** **********

  Daytime Phone: *********00
  E-mail: *****************
  

   

  The details of this matter are as follows:

   

   

   

  Customer’s Statement of the Problem:
  
  When I signed up for the Drivers Ed class for my son, I was told the in car portion of the class would be easy to schedule online but we must wait until class begins (I realize now that this is done because you can't get a refund at that point). Once you are eligible, you quickly find out they offer very few, if any, chances to complete the in car driving sessions. We were able to reschedule our entire lives and go to different locations to get the first two sessions over the summer. Now that school has started, we cannot complete the third. There are few sessions offered and all are during normal school hours. How can a drivers ed company only have sessions from 8am-2pm? No teenager is available to complete the class. I think they are assuming people will give up and pay someone else because they are not offering the complete class. They should make this known BEFORE they collect money and tell you there is no refund. We know many kids who will have to wait an entire YEAR to complete drivers ed because greg's will not give them an opportunity to complete the in car portion of the course. Shame on them
  
  
  
  
  
  Desired Settlement:
  Finish the Job
  
   

  Bureau Response

  Date: 10/06/2023

  Jennifer ********
  **** ********* ***** **************** ****** *** **********
  
  
  Dear Jennifer ********:
  
  Thank you for contacting the Better Business Bureau. This message is in regard to your complaint submitted on 10/5/2023 against Greg's Driving School.  Your complaint was assigned ID ********* 
  
  Now that I have filed, what is the next step?
  We have forwarded your complaint to the business for their response. We have asked the business to reply promptly, but some disputes may take longer than others to conclude.  Please be patient as we work to ensure that your concerns are addressed. 
  
  What if I do not agree with the response from the business?
  It is important for both parties to maintain realistic expectations and respond in a professional, fair and courteous manner.  Our goal is for you and the business to be able to work towards an amicable solution. Should this prove difficult, we may offer you and the business the opportunity to participate in binding arbitration.  More information about these options can be found at www.bbb.org
  
  What happens if a business does not respond?
  BBB will make every effort to obtain a response from the business, but some businesses simply do not ever contact us.  BBB is not an enforcement agency. We cannot force a business to respond. However, failure to do so may result in a negative impact on their BBB rating, which may drive away future customers. BBB can also refer you to other agencies that may be able to assist you, depending on the specific nature of your complaint. 
  
  Feedback from consumers is vital to BBB. We appreciate your willingness to report this information to us. We look forward to helping you and the business work toward a resolution. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any additional questions or concerns.  
  
  Sincerely,
  
  

  Wanda *******
  **************************
  

  Bureau Response

  Date: 10/13/2023

  Mary ** *****
  Greg's Driving School 

  * ********* ** ***** ***** ** *****
  
  
  Dear Mary ** *****:
  
  

  This is our second attempt regarding this complaint. For your reference, the complaint was submitted on 10/5/2023 and was assigned an ID of *********    

  BBB forwarded you a complaint filed by Jennifer ********. We have not received your response in the time frame allotted. If you have responded directly to your consumer and reached a resolution, let us know so our records are current. If this was a simple oversight, please provide your response at this time. BBB understands that there are two sides to every story is interested in your perspective.

  
  In the interest of time and good customer relations, please provide BBB with written verification of your position in this matter within 7 calendar days.   
  
  We encourage you to use our ONLINE COMPLAINT system to respond to this complaint. If you received this complaint via email, the fastest and easiest way to view and respond is to the simply click on the “Respond to this Complaint”, link located on the left, when you are ready to answer. 
    
  

  If you received this complaint via Postal Mail, you may respond online using the link below or respond by mail using the address above.
  To access/respond to this complaint online:
  Go to: ****************
  Enter the following code: **************

   

  Please understand that the consumer's complaint and your response may be posted on the BBB Website (BBB reserves the right to not post in accordance with BBB policy). Please do not include any information that personally identifies your customer. By submitting your response, you are representing that it is a truthful account of your experience with this consumer. BBB may edit the complaint or your response to protect privacy rights and to remove inappropriate language. 

   

  We look forward to your prompt attention to this matter.
  

  Sincerely,

  Wanda *******
  **************************
  

   

  CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE INFORMATION
  
  Customer Information:
  Jennifer ********
  **** ********* ***** **************** ****** ** **********
  Daytime Phone: *********00
  E-mail: *****************
  
  
  The details of this matter are as follows:

  
  
  Customer’s Statement of the Problem:
  When I signed up for the Drivers Ed class for my son, I was told the in car portion of the class would be easy to schedule online but we must wait until class begins (I realize now that this is done because you can't get a refund at that point). Once you are eligible, you quickly find out they offer very few, if any, chances to complete the in car driving sessions. We were able to reschedule our entire lives and go to different locations to get the first two sessions over the summer. Now that school has started, we cannot complete the third. There are few sessions offered and all are during normal school hours. How can a drivers ed company only have sessions from 8am-2pm? No teenager is available to complete the class. I think they are assuming people will give up and pay someone else because they are not offering the complete class. They should make this known BEFORE they collect money and tell you there is no refund. We know many kids who will have to wait an entire YEAR to complete drivers ed because greg's will not give them an opportunity to complete the in car portion of the course. Shame on them

   

  
  
  
  
  Desired Settlement:
  Finish the Job
  
   

  
  Additional Comments from Consumer:
  

  Customer Answer

  Date: 10/16/2023

  We were finally able to schedule a new driving session.

   

  NOBODY FROM GREG'S DRIVING SCHOOL BOTHERED TO SHOW UP.

   

  We called the office repeatedly and were told they were on their way. After 75 minutes, we left. This experience took us 3 hours in driving and waiting.

  Just not a nice way to treat customers and my son still doesn't have his in car session so he will possibly miss his road test date.

  Bureau Response

  Date: 10/16/2023

  Mary ** *****
  Greg's Driving School 
  * ********* ** ***** ***** ** *****
  
  
  Dear Mary ** *****:
  
  This message is in regard to a complaint submitted to BBB about your business on 10/5/2023 by Jennifer ********. This complaint was assigned ID *********
  
  BBB would like to thank you for your cooperation and response to the above-referenced consumer's complaint. After forwarding the consumer your response, the consumer notified our office the matter is resolved. Therefore we have closed this case accordingly.
  
  If you have any questions, however, we are happy to assist you. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter and for your support of our self-regulatory goal.
   
  Each year, millions of consumers contact BBB for pre-purchase information, and your response to this dispute will assist your future customers with making valuable purchasing decisions.
  
  Sincerely,
  
  Wanda *******
  **************************
  
  
  MESSAGE:
  
  

  We were finally able to schedule a new driving session.

   

  NOBODY FROM GREG'S DRIVING SCHOOL BOTHERED TO SHOW UP.

   

  We called the office repeatedly and were told they were on their way. After 75 minutes, we left. This experience took us 3 hours in driving and waiting.

  Just not a nice way to treat customers and my son still doesn't have his in car session so he will possibly miss his road test date.

  Bureau Response

  Date: 10/16/2023

  Jennifer ********
  **** ********* ***** **************** ***** ** ********** 
  
  
  Dear Jennifer ********,
  
  This message is regarding Complaint ID * ********* Greg's Driving School
  
  

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