AFSA provides all working members who are in good standing with an affiliated local union with professional liability protection in case of an adverse judgment in a lawsuit where the member is named as a party or defendant.?
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This plan includes up to $1 million in protection against civil actions stemming from:
- Bodily injury to a student.
- Accidental death of a student.
- Accusations of assault or battery.
- Incidents involving corporal punishment.
- Personal injury claims related to libel, slander or character defamation.
- Violation of an individual's right to privacy or wrongful detention.
- Damage or destruction of others' property.
In addition, AFSA provides an additional $1 million of insurance coverage for acts or omissions related to employment liability. This coverage includes up to $15,000 for defense costs concerning employment liability acts or omissions, cases of sexual misconduct and corporal punishment. These provisions are subject to the terms and conditions outlined in the policy.