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This clause places the financial burden of defending and resolving third-party legal claims on the user rather than Yelp, potentially exposing users to significant legal costs.
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You are required to cover Yelp's legal costs and liabilities if a third party brings a claim against Yelp arising out of or relating to your conduct.
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This clause places the financial burden of defending and resolving third-party legal claims on the user rather than Yelp, potentially exposing users to significant legal costs.
You are required to cover Yelp's legal costs and liabilities if a third party brings a claim against Yelp arising out of or relating to your conduct.
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