Church Law & Tax Report
September/October 1996
Articles
The Legal Consequences of Clergy Sexual Misconduct 
A federal court issues an important ruling.
Recent Developments
Issues that affect ministers and churches, with Richard R. Hammar
Injuries While Volunteering 
Court rules volunteer cannot be sued for accident.
Court Involvement in Church Finance Dispute 
Some legal arguments in churches may be settled in court.
Court Involvement in Clergy Removal 
Court will not settle South Carolina church dispute.
Religious Activity of Employees 
Court ruling favors employee in religious discrimination suit.
Employer Cleared of 'Religious Harassment' 
Oregon court overturns earlier ruling.
Chaplaincy Program Legal, Court Rules 
But only if safeguards are followed.
Board Members' Liability 
School board liable for student's injuries, court finds.
Parliamentary Law 
When boards are allowed to reconsider their actions in meetings.
Church Responsibility for Sexual Misconduct 
Churches can be liable for affairs if negligence is proved.
Time Limits Misconduct Suit 
Court rules statute of limitations expired in sexual misconduct case.
Church Camp Tax Exempt 
532-acre camp used primarily for church purposes.
11,000 Nonprofits Lose Status 
Organizations failed to file proper paperwork.