The federal government (or a professional association) reimburses me for travel expenses when I render a service. Am I covered?
Yes, even if you collect a fee; however, the work must be directly related to your primary employment at the University, and the honorarium must be for travel, not a consultant's fee.

I am on leave of absence from the University to conduct research and I receive a salary from a source other than the U-M. Am I covered while traveling to gather information for my research?
No.

I am on sabbatical leave; am I covered?
Yes, when traveling for the furtherance of approved study and research for which the sabbatical leave was granted.

Am I covered while I am traveling on a combination business and vacation trip with my family?
Coverage is applicable only during the actual travel time that is not considered a part of the vacation. For example, if a staff member on the way to Florida spends some time vacationing in Nashville, the coverage would not apply in Nashville. Coverage would begin as soon as the staff member continued on his or her travels toward Florida.

I realize a staff member is not normally covered while traveling to and from work on campus, but wouldn't I be covered if I worked off campus, perhaps in a nearby city?
No. Travel between the place of residence and normal place of business is not covered.

Is it necessary to notify the Benefits Office prior to each business trip?
No, however a good procedure would be to notify your supervisor and provide a written itinerary prior to a trip so that if a claim should arise, a written statement can be obtained from your department.

Am I covered while doing private consulting or while engaged in private medical or dental practice?
No.

Am I covered while flying a private plane on a University business trip?
No. Pilots and crew members are not covered. Passengers on University business are covered.