University Policy Office

Policy Statement

Cornell University provides legal defense and indemnification to eligible individuals with respect to claims that arise from activity within the scope of university employment and/or in the performance of authorized duties. To qualify, an individual must also request such defense and/or indemnification and cooperate in the defense of any action or proceeding as provided herein.

Entities Affected by this Policy

All units of the university

Policy Information

• Responsible Executive: University Counsel
  
• Responsible Office: University Counsel
  
• Dates: Adopted: October 1987; Reissued: September 1999; Last Updated: April 24, 2009
  
• Contact: Your local college or unit administrative office

View Official Policy*

University Policy 4.9, Legal Defense and Indemnification

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