6. E (1) Agreement for Services (DTSB)

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SECTION 8. Relationship. A. Independent Contractor. The Provider shall at all times be an independent contractor rather than an employee of the Commission, and no act, action or omission to act by the Provider shall in any way bind or obligate the Commission, except as specifically provided under the terms of this Agreement. It is understood and agreed by the parties that the Provider will not be entitled to any benefits enjoyed by the Commission or the staff of the Commission in the normal course of their employment. B. Tax Obligations. The Provider is solely responsible for compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations relating to taxes and social security payments that may be required to be made in connection with the compensation provided under this Agreement. The Commission, however, may file informational returns with the United States Internal Revenue Service or similar state agency regarding payments made to the Provider in accordance with this Agreement under conditions imposed by federal, state or local laws applicable to such payment. The Commission shall provide IRS Form 1099 if applicable. SECTION 9. Indemnification. The Provider hereby agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Commission, its officials, directors, employees, and agents from any and all claims of any nature which arise from the performance by the Provider under this Agreement and from all costs and attorney fees in connection therewith, excepting for claims arising out of the negligence of the Commission, its officials, directors, employees, and agents. The obligations of the Provider under this Section shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement. SECTION 10. Equal Opportunity. The Provider shall comply with federal, state and local law in its hiring and employment practices and policies for any activity covered by this Agreement. SECTION 11. Entire Agreement. This Agreement sets forth the entire agreement and understanding between the Parties as to the subject matter hereof, and merges and supersedes all prior discussions, agreements, and understanding of any and every nature between them. SECTION 12. Law Governing. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted according to the laws of the State of Indiana. 10