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This analysis describes what Linear's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology
This obligation places the legal defense burden and associated costs on Customer, not Linear, for claims related to User Submissions processed under the Agreement.
Interpretive note: The phrase 'in accordance with this Agreement' functions as a limiting condition on when the indemnity obligation is triggered, but is the primary element of the sole canonical claim rather than a separate independent proposition.
If a third party sues Linear because of your User Submissions, you are required to defend Linear and its officers, directors, and employees in that legal action.
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Any claim that any user submission made by you has caused damage to a third party
You will cooperate as fully required by the Chegg Parties in the defense of any claim.
Customer must provide us with prompt written notice of any Claim Against Customer and allow us the right to assume the exclusive defense and control...
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"Customer will defend Linear and its officers, directors, and employees against any third-party claim or action...arising from the processing of the User Submissions in accordance with this Agreement...Excerpt from Linear's Terms of Service
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This obligation places the legal defense burden and associated costs on Customer, not Linear, for claims related to User Submissions processed under the Agreement.
If a third party sues Linear because of your User Submissions, you are required to defend Linear and its officers, directors, and employees in that legal action.
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