Church Law & Tax Report
January/February 1992
Articles
Recent Developments
Issues that affect ministers and churches, with Richard R. Hammar
Personal Injuries on Church Property or During Church Activities
Church Responsibility for Minor's Injuries during Church Activities 
Churches may be liable for injuries sustained at events they sponsor.
Church Property; Freedom of Religion
Churches' Interiors as Landmarks 
Designation as a historical landmark may violate a church's rights.
Employee References and Defamation 
Can an employer be sued for defamation over a negative reference?
Medical Procedures and Freedom of Religion 
Court rules that child must undergo medical procedure in violation of parents' religious beliefs.
Church Property; Contracts
Church Sues Architect over Fire 
What are a church's rights when construction goes wrong?
Schools
Unemployment Benefits and Religious Employees 
Religious employees are exempt from unemployment benefits in some states.
Personal Injuries on Church Property or During Church Activities
Members' Lawsuits Against Unincorporated Organizations 
Can an unincorporated organization be sued by one of its members?