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DATES OF SWEEPSTAKES: The “Win a Seat with WSOP Energy” Sweepstakes (2) (the “Sweepstakes”) begins at 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time ("ET") on June 6, 2011 and ends at 11:59 p.m. ET on May 15, 2012 (the "Sweepstakes Period").
ELIGIBILITY: This Sweepstakes is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia who are twenty one (21) years of age or older as of June 6, 2011 (the “Entrant”). Any Entrant selected as the potential grand prize winner (the “Grand Prize Winner”) must have a unique, personal and valid social security number for Sponsor to report the tax liability associated with acceptance of the Grand Prize. Valid social security numbers will be determined by IRS requirements as further defined in the “PRIZE CLAIMS” section of these Official Sweepstakes Rules. Officers, directors, managers and employees of Earth Beverages (the “Sponsor”), Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc, Harrah’s Interactive Entertainment, Inc. and each of their respective parents, subsidiaries, affiliates and related companies, advertising and promotion agencies, consultants and agents, as well as the immediate family (spouse, parents, siblings and children and each of their respective spouses, regardless of where they reside) and household members of each such person, whether related or not, and any others engaged in the development, production, execution or distribution of this Sweepstakes (collectively, the Sweepstakes Entities”), including The National Sweepstakes Company (the “Independent Administrator”), are not eligible to participate. This Sweepstakes is subject to all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Sweepstakes is void in Puerto Rico, outside the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia and where ever else restricted or prohibited by law. Persons who have previously won a contest, sweepstakes or promotion of any kind sponsored or otherwise associated with the Sponsor, within the thirty (30) calendar days immediately preceding the start of this Sweepstakes are not eligible to participate or win a prize. NOTE: Potential Grand Prize Winner will be notified by telephone as outlined in the “WINNING / NOTIFICATION” section of these Official Sweepstakes Rules. Entrants must provide a telephone number in which they can be reached on the respective notification date at time of entry in order to be eligible to win the Grand Prize. Potential Grand Prize Winner must be willing and able to travel between the dates of July 7, 2012 and July 9, 2012 in order to be eligible to win the Grand Prize, See “PRIZES” section of these Official Sweepstakes Rules for details. By entering this Sweepstakes, Entrants; [a] represent that he/she is at least twenty one (21) years of age and otherwise eligible to participate in the Sweepstakes; and [b] fully and unconditionally agree to and accept these Official Sweepstakes Rules and the decisions of Sponsor/Independent Administrator, which is final and legally binding in all respects.
HOW TO ENTER: There are two (2) ways to enter as outlined below. Regardless of the method used to obtain entry into the Sweepstakes, there is a limit of one (1) entry per person during the Sweepstakes Period.
(a) Product Purchase: Purchase any flavor specially marked World Series of Poker® Focused Energy Drink (the “Product”) from any participating retail location in which the Product is sold during the Sweepstakes Period, to obtain an official alpha numeric entry code (the “Entry Code”), while supplies last. Then, visit www.wsopenergy.com (the “Website”) during the Sweepstakes Period to be automatically directed to the online entry form (the “Entry Form”). Note: If you are not automatically directed to the Entry Form, click on the “Win a Seat with WSOP Energy” icon found on the Website in order to access the Entry Form. When prompted, complete the official Entry Form in its entirety, including your first name, last name, address, city, state, zip code, telephone number (including area code), email address and date of birth. Then, submit your Entry Code (printed on the bottom of the Product’s bottle) in the field provided, and after accepting the terms and conditions of these Official Sweepstakes Rules, click the “Submit” button. Upon clicking the “Submit” button, Entrants will receive one (1) entry into the Sweepstakes. Each Entry Code may only be submitted one (1) time during the Sweepstakes Period. Any attempt to purchase and return Products for the purpose of obtaining Entry Codes will void that Entrant’s entry and that Entrant will be disqualified from the Sweepstakes. The purchase of Products is subject to the hours of operation of each participating retail location.
(b) Without a Purchase: To enter the Sweepstakes without purchasing a Product, visit the Website during the Sweepstakes Period and complete the Entry Form in its entirety, including your first name, last name, address, city, state, zip code, telephone number (including area code), email address and date of birth. Then, when prompted, submit the following Free Entry Code in the field provided: WSOP2012. NOTE: The Free Entry Code submitted during the Sweepstakes Period must be the Free Entry Code designated as outlined above. Any Free Entry Code submitted for the Sweepstakes other than the Free Code designated will not be considered eligible. After submitting the Free Entry Code and accepting the terms and conditions of these Official Sweepstakes Rules, click the “Submit” button. Upon clicking the “Submit” button, Entrants will receive one (1) entry into the Sweepstakes. Regardless of the method used to enter the Sweepstakes there is a limit of one (1) entry per person. Any attempt by an Entrant to obtain more than the stated number of entries by using multiple/different identities, Entry Codes, and/or any other methods will void that Entrant’s entry and that Entrant may be disqualified from the Sweepstakes. In the event of a dispute regarding the identity of the person submitting an entry, the entry will be deemed submitted by the person in whose name the e-mail account (provided via the Entry Form) is registered. The authorized account holder is the natural person who is assigned to the e-mail address by an Internet access provider, on-line service provider, or other organization that is responsible for assigning e-mail addresses, or the domain associated with the submitted e-mail address. Potential Grand Prize Winner may be required to show proof of being the authorized account holder. No mechanically or programmatically reproduced entries are permitted. Sponsor will not verify receipt of entries for Entrants. All entries submitted become the sole property of Sponsor and will not be returned. Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, misdirected, illegible, or damaged entries.
WINNING / NOTIFICATION:
(a) Winning: There will be one (1) drawing held in the Sweepstakes on or about May 18, 2012. For the drawing, one (1) Grand Prize Winner will be selected at random from among all eligible entries received in the Sweepstakes Period. Odds of winning will depend upon the total number of eligible entries received during the Sweepstakes Period. The random drawing will be conducted by the Independent Administrator, whose decisions are based upon their sole discretion and interpretation of these Official Sweepstakes Rules and are final and binding in all respects.
(b) Notifications: The potential Grand Prize Winner will be notified by telephone upon verification by the Sponsor / Independent Administrator after each drawing as follows (collectively, the “Notification”): The potential Grand Prize Winner will receive his/her Notification between the dates of May 21, 2012 and May 25, 2012. All Notifications will be made between the hours of 8:00 a.m. ET and 5:00 p.m. ET on the dates indicated. NOTE: Potential Grand Prize winning Notifications will not be left on answering machines. If the potential Grand Prize Winner cannot be reached by telephone via the Notification after three (3) attempts, is determined to be ineligible by the Sponsor/Independent Administrator in their sole discretion, or otherwise does not claim a Grand Prize, or if the telephone number provided by such potential Grand Prize winner is invalid, the selected potential Grand Prize Winner will be disqualified (without compensation of any kind) and an alternate Grand Prize Winner will be selected at random from amongst all remaining eligible entries received during the Sweepstakes Period, time permitting. The potential Grand Prize Winner will be required to provide proof of eligibility prior to receiving the “Grand Prize” as further defined in the “PRIZE CLAIMS” section below. Once verified, the Grand Prize Winner will receive the “Grand Prize” as outlined in the “PRIZES” section of these Official Sweepstakes Rules.
PRIZE: The Grand Prize Winner selected will receive a prize package (the “Grand Prize”) inclusive of; [a] one (1) ticket for a seat for the Grand Prize Winner to participate in the 2012 World Series of Poker® Main Event, held on a date to be announced, on or about July, 2012; [b] roundtrip coach-class air transportation for the Grand Prize Winner from a major airport nearest Grand Prize Winner’s legal US residence (determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion) to Las Vegas, Nevada; [c] three (3) nights hotel accommodations at a hotel determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion; and [d] $300 cash in the form of a check to be used as spending money at the Grand Prize Winner’s sole choosing while on the trip The total ARV of the Grand Prize is $11,800. Grand Prize Winner must be willing and able to travel between on a date to be announced by the Sponsor in July of 2012 which shall be in accordance with the dates of the 2012 World Series of Poker® Main Event and must confirm such travel dates with Independent Administrator immediately upon Notification.
Grand Prize Winner is required to comply with all rules of the 2012 No Limit Texas Hold’em World Series of Poker Championship Event (“Championship Event”). Championship Event is administered, overseen and/or judged by Harrah’s Interactive Entertainment, Inc., whose decisions are final on all matters relating to Championship Event. Grand Prize Winner must meet all eligibility requirements found in the Championship Event tournament rules, and must abide by all Championship Event rules and regulations, which may be found at www.wsop.com. Grand Prize winner will be required to verify his/her identity (passport, driver’s license, state identification card or military identification card) and register in person for the Championship Event. Individuals who are excluded from casino facilities, either through government program or by their own request, forfeit the seat ticket of the prize in its entirety and no alternate or substitute prize will be provided.
No responsibility is assumed by the Sponsor for any cancellation or rescheduling of the Championship Event in whole or in part. In the event of cancellation or rescheduling of the Championship Event, no alternate or substitute prize for such cancellation or rescheduling will be awarded. Expenses of a personal nature (including but not limited to meals/beverages, gratuities, phone calls, gift shop purchases, etc) or any other expense not provided herein as part of the Grand Prize is the sole financial responsibility of the Grand Prize winner. Tickets / Itineraries are final once confirmed and may not be changed for any reason, other than at the Sole discretion of the Sponsor. Travel is subject to the terms and conditions set forth in these Official Sweepstakes Rules, and those set forth by the Sponsor’s airline carrier of choice as shall be detailed in the Grand Prize Winner’s Airline passenger ticket. Sponsor will not replace any lost, mutilated, or stolen airline ticket, voucher, or itinerary (if applicable). Grand Prize Winner must have valid required travel documents (i.e., valid photo ID, passport, birth certificate, etc) before departure. Grand Prize Winner is solely responsible for determining and obtaining, each at his / her own cost, required travel documents. All federal, state and local taxes, including but not limited to any taxes imposed on the income of the Grand Prize winner as a result of winning the Grand Prize, and all other expenses not specifically mentioned herein as part of the Grand Prize are the sole responsibility of the Grand Prize winner. Grand Prize is non-transferable, and cannot be sold, combined with any other offer or redeemed for cash, except at the Sole Discretion of the Sponsor. The actual value of travel may vary based upon airfare fluctuations and the distance between the departure city and the destination. Any difference in the stated ARV of the Grand Prize and the actual cost of the Grand Prize at time of booking will not be awarded. No transfer or substitution of Grand Prize is permitted, except at Sponsor’s sole discretion or as otherwise provided herein. Grand prize is taxable as income and Grand Prize Winner is solely responsible for any taxes on the Grand Prize, including but not limited to all applicable federal, state and local taxes. No more than the number of prizes set forth in these Official Rules will be awarded.
PRIZE CLAIMS: Except where prohibited, the potential Grand Prize Winner must sign and return to the Independent Administrator, by the date indicated (between two (2) to seven (7) business days), an Affidavit of Eligibility/Liability/Publicity Release Form and an IRS Form W-9 (collectively, the “Required Documents”) in order to claim the Grand Prize. If the potential Grand Prize Winner fails to return the Required Documents by the date indicated by the Independent Administrator, or if it is determined by Sponsor in their sole discretion, that the potential Grand Prize Winner fails to comply with these Official Sweepstakes Rules, he/she forfeits their right to the Grand Prize, Sponsor shall have no liability or obligation to such individual; and an alternate winner will be chosen at random from the remaining eligible entries received during the Sweepstakes Period, time permitting. Grand Prize Winner must report income to the Internal Revenue Service and will be required to complete, sign and return an IRS form W-9. In the event it is deemed during the verification process that potential Grand Prize Winner does not have a unique, personal and valid social security number for Sponsor to report the tax liability associated with acceptance of the prize, he/she will be disqualified. Valid social security numbers will be determined by IRS requirements. The Grand Prize is taxable as income and Grand Prize winner is solely responsible for any taxes on the Grand Prize, including, but not limited to all applicable federal, state and local taxes. Grand Prize Winner consents (and agrees to sign any additional documents required by Sponsor to formalize, effect or perfect such consent) to Sponsor’s use of their names, likenesses (photograph and/or video), biographical information, and voices in advertising/publicity/trade (including local and/or national television stations, or print publications that may be covering the World Series of Poker® Main Event) without compensation, notice or approval; and, Grand Prize Winner disclaims any ownership rights in the content of such advertising/publicity/trade material (TN residents will not be required to sign a publicity release as a condition of winning a prize).
GENERAL CONDITIONS: Should any portion of the Sweepstakes be, in Sponsor’s sole discretion, compromised by virus, worms, bugs, non-authorized human intervention or other causes which, in the sole discretion of the Sponsor, corrupt or impair the administration, security, fairness or proper play, or submission of entries, Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the Sweepstakes and conduct the Sweepstakes in a manner which in its sole discretion is fair, appropriate and consistent with these Official Sweepstakes Rules. Notice of such action by Sponsor will be posted on www.wsopenergy.com (the “Website”). In such event, Sponsor reserves the right to award the Grand Prizes at random from among the eligible entries received up to the time of the impairment. Sponsor reserves the right in their sole discretion to disqualify any individual it finds to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes or to be acting in violation of these Official Sweepstakes Rules or in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner. Sponsor reserves the right to disqualify or reject any incomplete, inaccurate or false entry. ANY ATTEMPT BY ANY PERSON TO DELIBERATELY UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE SWEEPSTAKES IS A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND CIVIL LAW, AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW. SPONSOR'S FAILURE TO ENFORCE ANY TERM OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES SHALL NOT CONSTITUTE A WAIVER OF THESE PROVISIONS. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Sweepstakes Rules shall not constitute a waiver of this provision.
RELEASE: By participating in this Sweepstakes, Entrants agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor, Independent Administrator, Sweepstakes Entities, and each of their respective officers, directors, managers, employees, parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, agents, members, shareholders, insurers, servants, divisions, predecessors, successors, representatives, dealers, distributors, consultants and legal advisors (collectively, the “Released Parties”) from and against any claim or cause of action arising out of participation in the Sweepstakes or receipt, redemption or use of the a prize.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY: The Released Parties are not responsible for: [a] unauthorized human intervention in any part of the entry process as it pertains to the Sweepstakes; [b] electronic or human error which may occur in the administration of the Sweepstakes or the processing of entries; [c] any injury or damage to persons or property, which may be caused, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, from Entrant's participation in the Sweepstakes; [d] any printing or typographical errors in any Sweepstakes-related materials; [e] stolen, lost, late, misdirected, corrupted, incomplete, or indecipherable entries or the unavailability or inaccessibility of any transmissions or Internet Service; or [f] technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunctioning of any computer, mobile device, cable, network, hardware or software.
MISCELLANEOUS: These Official Sweepstakes Rules are governed by the State of Texas in accordance with the internal laws of the state of Texas. Entrants hereby irrevocably and unconditionally consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the State of Texas and of the United States of America located in Dallas County, Texas. Any controversy or claim relating to an Entrants entry and/or these Official Sweepstakes Rules shall be submitted to arbitration before the American Arbitration Association in Dallas, Texas under its Commercial Arbitration Rules. Judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. If any portion of these Official Sweepstakes Rules is found to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, for any reason, that portion shall be severed from the rest and shall not affect the agreement to resolve all controversies and claims through arbitration. Claims and causes of action arising out of or connected with this Sweepstakes, or any prize awarded, shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action, and exclusively by arbitration. Claims, judgments and awards shall be limited to actual out-of-pocket costs incurred, including costs associated with entering this Sweepstakes, but in no event attorney’s fees or any other damages of any kind. These Official Sweepstakes Rules supersede any and all agreements or communications of any kind between entrant and the Sponsor or anyone associated with the Sweepstakes, and cannot be modified or waived except in writing and unless properly signed.
WINNER’S LIST/RULES REQUEST: Earth Beverages, 1270 Champion Circle, Suite 100, Carrollton, TX 75006. This offer shall not be published without the written permission of the Sponsor.For of the name of the Grand Prize Winner or a copy of these Official Sweepstakes Rules, Entrants may submit a self-addressed, stamped envelope no later than July 31, 2012 to “Earth Beverages WSOP Sweepstakes (2)” (please specify “Winners List or Rules Request”), PO Box 10505, Rochester, NY 14610. A copy of these Official Sweepstakes Rules may be obtained any time during the Sweepstakes Period at www.wsopenergy.com.
SPONSOR: Earth Beverages, 1270 Champion Circle, Suite 100, Carrollton, TX 75006. This offer shall not be published without the written permission of the Sponsor.
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