Common use of Custodian as Agent Clause in Contracts

Custodian as Agent. The Depositor acknowledges that he or she has the sole responsibility for any taxes, penalties or other fees and expenses associated with his or her actions or inactions regarding the laws, Regulations and rules associated with this Agreement. Further, the Depositor acknowledges and understands that the Custodian will act solely as an agent for the Depositor and bears no fiduciary responsibility. The Custodian will rely on the information provided by the Depositor and has no duty to question or independently verify or investigate any such information. The Depositor will indemnify and hold the Custodian harmless from any liabilities, including claims, judgments, investment losses, and expenses (including attorney's fees), which may arise under this Agreement, except liability arising from gross negligence or willful misconduct of the Custodian.