Church Law & Tax Report

Man had witnessed to an employee.

Court rules that city's ordinance does not violate the First Amendment.

In some states, members may challenge a church board's decision to dispose of assets.

A denomination's lawsuit against a minister cannot come from a denominational official.

Their lawsuit was dismissed.

Courts generally consider membership decisions to be an ecclesiastical matter.

He claimed a bishop had promised to appoint him to a particular church.

Churches are entitled to compensation for condemned property.

Court rules that arbitrators' decision is final.

Court rules that man's rights were not violated.

Does this limitation extend to officers and directors?

Athletic club found not legally responsible.

Insurance does not necessarily affect a charity's immunity from a lawsuit brought by a beneficiary.

Any swimming activity involving young children present significant risks.

In some states, release forms signed by competent adults may be recognized in court.

Release form signed before a man's death prevents his family from suing.

Court convicts man despite alleged victim's repudiation of allegation.

In some states, a parsonage is exempt even if a minister does not perform ministerial duties there.

In some cases, a financial pledge may be legally enforceable.