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Recent Developments
Issues that affect ministers and churches, with Richard R. Hammar
Sexual Misconduct by Clergy, Lay Employees, and Volunteers
Sexual Misconduct of Counselors
A court ruled that a pastoral counseling center could be sued for a counselor's misconduct.
Church Property Disputes
Designation of a Church as a Historical Landmark
This designation may violate churches' constitutional rights.
Confidential and Privileged Communications
Privileged Communications
When does the clergy-penitent privilege apply?
Church Records
Amendment of Church Documents
A court ruled that a church's articles of incorporation could not be amended without the pastor's approval.
Schools
Church Schools and the Minimum Wage
Court rules that church-run schools must pay the minimum wage.
Schools
Failure to Renew Contracts
Can a school be sued for failing to renew an administrator's contract?
Section 6050I of the Internal Revenue Code
The IRS recently issued a reminder to tax-exempt organizations.
Marriage and Divorce
Religion and Child Custody
What control do courts have over a child's religious upbringing?
Dismissed Member Sues Church
The First Amendment prevents courts from resolving such cases.
Child Care Licensing
A court ruled that requirements do not violate the First Amendment.
Self-Proclaimed Minister Claims Social Security Exemption
His claim was rejected by the Tax Court.
Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Invalidation of Charitable Gifts Made Prior to Death
A Florida law allowing heirs to challenge wills was recently repealed.
Zoning
Counseling Center's Request for Building Permit Denied
The services offered would not have been for "religious purposes" as required by zoning law.
