Cover your ass (British: cover your arse), abbreviated CYA, is an activity done by individuals to protect themselves from possible subsequent criticism, legal penalties, or other repercussions, usually in a work-related or bureaucratic context.

2016年12月1日 · What professors fail to mention to these young attorneys with altruistic and inspiring visions is that the most important part of practicing law is to “CYA.” That is, “Cover Your Ass.” “PAPERING” THE FILE. When I first entered the legal profession, the number one rule I learned was the significance of “papering” your client file.

2025年2月20日 · Use CYA when warning someone to protect themselves: Talking about work situations – “Make sure you have proof. Always CYA.” Giving legal advice – “Get everything in writing to CYA.” Warning someone about a risky situation – “Double-check your report. CYA just in case!” It means taking precautions to avoid blame or trouble.

2024年10月16日 · Cover your ass, also commonly referred to as "C.Y.A." is a strategy used by workers or employees to diffuse responsibility to avoid possible future criticism or responsibility for a failed...

While there are a plethora of adages or tips on how to make it, one that gets regularly overlooked is the importance of sending “CYA” letters (“cover your arse”). A common misconception with these letters is that their sole use is to protect against a future scolding by a partner (it won’t); they actually serve a much greater purpose.

2021年7月22日 · CYA meaning Cover Your Ass. I was given a reference doc that had some recommended language we should use or not use. Samples include: -Always state assumptions such as saying "We understand so and so ..." -Never use absolutes such as "Guarantee" or "Fail" when describing a product. -"Recommend" instead of "Advise" for providing opinions.

2023年10月19日 · In the legal world, CYA stands for “Cover Your Ass,” and a CYA letter is an essential document used by lawyers to protect themselves and their clients. It’s a formal letter that outlines legal advice, recommendations, or important information provided to a client.

2013年2月27日 · The CYA or “cover your ass” memo is standard issue body armor in the trenches of white-collar warriors. The CYA nickname suggests a insurance policy taken out by a person who is undertaking or witnessing a course of conduct (or misconduct, or culpable non-conduct) from which the author wants to protect his or her professional posterior.

2023年10月17日 · “Cover Your Ass” or CYA is a strategic tactic used in the business world to diffuse responsibility, share blame, or provide disclaimers in case things go wrong. This article explores the concept of CYA, its strategies, and real-world examples.

2010年3月22日 · I’m going to speak at an APRL conference on the proper nature and scope of CYA letters, and want to take it out of the context of the OLC lawyers and the emotion-charged context of the torture memos.