Common use of Determination of whether a Bias or Apprehension of Bias Exists Clause in Contracts

Determination of whether a Bias or Apprehension of Bias Exists. 5.10.1 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.