Center for Legal & Corporate Services

As a benefit of membership in OEA/NEA members are provided, without additional charge, $1,000,000 liability insurance coverage for occurrences arising out of education related employment. Coverage is specifically detailed in the policy which is included with membership materials. The insurance carrier provides legal defense as part of the coverage for members who have been named in a lawsuit arising out of educational employment activities. Additional copies of the policy coverage can be obtained by contacting the Center for Legal and Corporate Services. In addition to the $1,000,000 liability coverage, up to $35,000.00 in legal expense may be refunded to members who are the target of a criminal investigation or who have been criminally charged if the member is exonerated. The refund is contingent upon meeting certain criteria set forth in the coverage provisions of the policy. Members who have been threatened with legal or criminal action should contact the Center for Legal and Corporate Services for assistance in obtaining and presenting claim forms to the insurance carrier. Members should consult the policy or contact the Center for Legal and Corporate Services for specific questions relating to coverage.