Legal Reference

The following brief papers provide information and guidance regarding legal topics of interest to many members of the Yale community. They are intended to orient the reader to the topic and to offer some sources for additional information, not to offer legal advice. Please consult with the Office of General Counsel if you have questions about the application of the law to specific circumstances. We look forward to working with you.

Legal reference topics

• Accommodations for Individuals with Disabilities
• The Attorney-Client Privilege
• Antitrust Compliance
• Contracts
• Copyright
  • Copyright: Introduction
  • Academic Copying and Student Course Packets
  • Fair Use Tool
  • TEACH Act Guidelines
• Export Controls
• Immigration
• Political Campaign Activity
• Standards of Business Conduct
• Permits
  • Travel to Cuba
• Records and privacy
  • Student Education Records (FERPA)
  • Overview of HIPAA Privacy and Security Implementation
• Scientific Research and Insider Trading
• Service of Process
• Sexual harassment
• University governance
• Working Globally: Legal Considerations [PDF]

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