Church Law & Tax Report
January/February 2017
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Articles
Responding to the Transgender Bathroom Access Controversy
How church leaders can navigate this still-developing legal issue.
Recent Developments
Issues that affect ministers and churches, with Richard R. Hammar
Wills, Trusts, and Estates
Woman’s Estate Plan Leaving Funds to Church Can Not Be Subverted by Caregiver’s Undue Influence
Sexual Misconduct by Clergy, Lay Employees, and Volunteers
Church Not Liable in Suit for Failing to Inform Parents of Child Pornography on Pastor’s Laptop
Personal Injuries on Church Property or During Church Activities
Church Not Liable for Camp Attendee’s Death Due to Lack of Foreseeability
Confidential and Privileged Communications
Incriminating Statements Made to Pastor Not Confidential Due to Public Setting, Retelling to Others
Clergy - Discipline and Removal
In Pastor and Deacons Conflict, Court Says Intervention Barred by First Amendment
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Regular Churchgoers’ Responses to the Bathroom Access Issue
How attendees view the transgender bathroom access issue by denomination.
