Boy Scouts’ Bankruptcy Informs Church Insurance Decisions The Boy Scouts’ bankruptcy offers many insights and lessons for leaders in the area of church insurance coverage. Richard R. Hammar
Recommended Reading Preparing for Natural Disasters—And Responding to Them Churches are often the first to offer relief. Here's how to become part of the effort. The Editors
Part 1 of 4: More States Expand Victims’ Rights to Sue for Abuse New laws extend, and in some cases, eliminate statutes of limitations for filing civil lawsuits in connection with abuse cases. Richard R. Hammar
Busted Pipes, Busted Budgets: Fighting Back Against Winter’s Hidden Risks Eye-popping property damage insurance claims show why churches even in warmer states need to prepare and respond when winter weather looms large. Matthew Branaugh
10 Legal and Tax Developments for Churches and Church Staff Richard Hammar covers what church leaders should know—and anticipate—for the rest of 2022 and into 2023. Richard R. Hammar
Church’s Failure to Cooperate Results in Loss of Insurance Coverage for Storm Claim The church never submitted proof of loss form or other required supporting information. Richard R. Hammar
A Church’s Insurance Did Not Provide Coverage for Its Pastor’s Sexual Abuse of a Minor Policy exclusion of criminal and intentional acts superseded its limited coverage of sexual misconduct claims, says court. Richard R. Hammar
A Church’s Insurer Was Not Obligated to Provide a Legal Defense for Congregant Facing a Lawsuit Defamatory remarks made by a lay member on social media were not authorized by the church and therefore not covered by its insurance policy. Richard R. Hammar
Can Churches Assist with Medicare Premiums for Eligible Employees? There are specific rules and other qualifying factors churches must understand. Elaine L. Sommerville
Q&A: Are Group Health Sharing Plan Costs Eligible for FSA Reimbursement? Current guidance suggests no—unless it is part of a fully developed and compliant self-insured health plan. Elaine L. Sommerville
The Top 5 Reasons Churches and Religious Organizations End Up in Court And how you can make sure your church isn't one of the statistics. The Editors
Do You Know How to Select Church Insurance? 16 questions to help select and retain your church's insurance. Jeff Hanna
Developing a Lay Counseling Ministry Have you created a safe, secure environment for your spiritual care ministry? The Editors
Video: Richard Hammar Explains 4 Keys Issues to Consider During a Pandemic What church leaders should know about First Amendment rights, liability, and more.
Advantage Member Exclusive 15 Things Richard Hammar Wants Pastors to Know On-Demand Webinar: Attorney Richard R. Hammar identifies 15 topics that frequently trip up pastors and church administrators. Richard R. Hammar
15 Things Richard Hammar Wants Pastors to Know Church Insurance Determine if your church has the right insurance. Richard R. Hammar
15 Things Richard Hammar Wants Pastors to Know Insights to help you successfully navigate the complexities of church administration.
Q&A: Can an Insurance Carrier Exclude a Disabled Pastor’s Housing Allowance from Benefit Calculations? A pastor’s housing allowance should always be considered part of a pastor’s total salary. Lisa A. Runquist
Churches Can Once Again Reimburse Employee Health Care Costs New rules maintain the same tax-favored status for employer contributions toward a traditional group health plan. Richard R. Hammar