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.
Child Abuse
The Top 5 Reasons Churches and Religious Organizations End Up in Court
How to keep your church from becoming another statistic.
On-Demand Webinar
Child Abuse: Emerging Trends from the Biggest Legal Threat to Churches
Important insights and best practices for keeping your church and children safe from child abuse.
Protect the Children in Your Church’s Small Groups
How churches can help prevent child abuse in the context of a small-group gathering.
Minimizing the Risks of Child Molestation in Churches
Our checklist can help your church protects the most vulnerable members from abuse and molestation.
Child Abuse Prevention and Reporting: Protecting Your Church in the #MeToo Era
Webinar Recording: Create a plan for your church to help prevent child abuse and sexual harassment.
Child Abuse Reporting Laws: 22 Facts Church Leaders Should Know
How state laws define who must report actual or suspected abuse, when a report must be made, and how.
The High Costs of a Sexual Abuse Claim
Prevention, right coverage are critical to protecting churches.
What I Learned from Advising the Boy Scouts of America During Their Abuse Crisis
An attorney’s advice for organizations on preventing and responding to child sexual abuse.
The Ongoing Risk of Child Sexual Abuse in Churches
Far too many churches are legally vulnerable.
Tips for For Fostering An Emotionally Safe Children’s Ministry
An emotionally safe environment allows children to make friends and trust their teachers.