Allegations of Conflict of Interest or Apprehension of Bias Sample Clauses

Allegations of Conflict of Interest or Apprehension of Bias. 5.10.2.1 Where a written allegation of apprehension of bias has been made to the committee chair, or next level of authority in absence of a committee decision being required, he or she shall determine whether there is a reasonable apprehension of bias as defined by this Article. Persons alleging bias must do so before the person in bias or alleged bias participates in any meeting or other process at which the subject matter of the alleged bias will be considered, or immediately upon being made aware of circumstances causing an apprehension of bias. 5.10.2.2 Where a written allegation of apprehension of bias concerning a Member has been made to an appropriate authority (the committee chair, or next level of authority in the absence of a committee decision being required), that authority shall inform the Member against whom the allegation is made, and provide a copy of the written allegation to that Member. The appropriate authority shall then determine whether an apprehension of bias exists, and inform in writing both the Member against whom the allegation is made and the person providing the written allegation. If a finding of alleged bias against a Member is made and upheld, that Member shall be excused, without prejudice, from participating in the decision that is the subject of the finding. 5.10.2.3 The decision of the committee chair or next level of authority to excuse or not excuse a Member can be appealed in writing within three (3) business days of receiving the written notification, by either the Member who is undergoing review or the Member being excused, to the Xxxxxxx or to their designate if the committee chair is the Xxxxxxx. 5.10.2.4 The written decision of the Xxxxxxx (or designate) will be submitted within three (3) business days of receiving the written appeal, and is final. It shall be copied to the Association, and shall contain enough detail that the Parties can determine whether the Apprehension of Bias guidelines are being applied in a uniform manner. 5.10.2.5 A Member has the right to discuss their concerns regarding bias or apprehension of bias with a member of the Association, and seek assistance from the Association in constructing a written request to the committee chair or next level of authority. Both Members apprehensive of bias and Members accused of bias have the right to seek assistance from the Association in constructing written requests or appeals.
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Related to Allegations of Conflict of Interest or Apprehension of Bias

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  • Termination for Conflict of Interest HCA may terminate this Contract by written notice to the Contractor if HCA determines, after due notice and examination, that there is a violation of the Ethics in Public Service Act, Chapter 42.52 RCW, or any other laws regarding ethics in public acquisitions and procurement and performance of contracts. In the event this Contract is so terminated, HCA will be entitled to pursue the same remedies against the Contractor as it could pursue in the event Contractor breaches the contract.

  • Cancellation for Conflict of Interest The AZDOHS may, by written notice to the Subrecipient, immediately cancel this Agreement without penalty or further obligation pursuant to A.R.S. 38-511 if any person significantly involved in initiating, negotiating, securing, drafting, or creating the Agreement on behalf of the State or its subdivisions (unit of Local Government) is an employee or agent of any other party in any capacity or a consultant to any other party to the Agreement with respect to the subject matter of the Agreement. Such cancellation shall be effective when the parties to the Agreement receive written notice from the AZDOHS, unless the notice specifies a later time.

  • Organizational Conflict of Interest ‌ The guidelines and procedures of FAR 9.5 will be used in identifying and resolving any issues of organizational conflict of interest at the Order level. In the event that an Order requires activity that would create an actual or potential conflict of interest, the Contractor shall identify the potential or actual conflict to the OCO for review per FAR 9.5.

  • Conflict of Interest Guidelines I agree to diligently adhere to the Conflict of Interest Guidelines attached as Exhibit D hereto.

  • Absence of Conflict or Default The execution and delivery of this Agreement, the consummation of the transactions herein contemplated and compliance with the terms of this Agreement by the Dealer Manager will not conflict with or constitute a default under (i) its organizational documents, (ii) any indenture, mortgage, deed of trust or lease to which the Dealer Manager is a party or by which it may be bound, or to which any of the property or assets of the Dealer Manager is subject, or (iii) any rule, regulation, writ, injunction or decree of any government, governmental instrumentality or court, domestic or foreign, having jurisdiction over the Dealer Manager or its assets, properties or operations, except in the case of clause (ii) or (iii) for such conflicts or defaults that would not individually or in the aggregate have a material adverse effect on the condition (financial or otherwise), business, properties or results of operations of the Dealer Manager.

  • Conflict of Interest Contractor Personnel 2.5.1 The A-E shall exercise reasonable care and diligence to prevent any actions or conditions that could result in a conflict with the best interests of the COUNTY. This obligation shall apply to the A-E; the A-E’s employees, agents, and relatives; sub-tier contractors; and third parties associated with accomplishing work and PROJECTS/SERVICES hereunder. 2.5.2 A-E’s efforts shall include, but not be limited to establishing precautions to prevent its employees or agents from: making, receiving, providing or offering gifts, entertainment, payments, loans or other considerations which could be deemed to appear to influence individuals to act contrary to the best interests of the COUNTY.

  • No Conflict of Interest Contractor has no interest that would constitute a conflict of interest under (i) PCC 10365.5, 10410 or 10411; (ii) Government Code sections 1090 et seq. or 87100 et seq.; or (iii) California Rules of Court, rule 10.103 or 10.104, which restrict employees and former employees from contracting with judicial branch entities.

  • Conflict of Interest Requirements CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to comply with any and all applicable conflict of interest requirements set forth in the California Political Reform Act and any current and future implementing regulations, policies, procedures and standards promulgated thereunder, including, without limitation, COUNTY’s Conflict of Interest Code, all as may be amended from time to time.

  • No Conflict; No Default Neither the execution, delivery and performance of this agreement nor the consummation by the party of the transactions contemplated in this agreement will conflict with, violate or result in a breach of (a) any law, regulation, order, writ, injunction, decree, determination or award of any governmental authority or any arbitrator, applicable to such party, (b) any term, condition or provision of the articles of incorporation, certificate of limited partnership, certificate of organization, bylaws, partnership agreement or limited liability company agreement (or other governing documents) of such party or of any material agreement or instrument to which such party is or may be bound or to which any of its material properties or assets is subject.

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