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.
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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.
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.
Can Churches Assist with Medicare Premiums for Eligible Employees?
Churches must understand several rules and factors when it comes to medicare premiums for eligible employees.
Are Group Health Sharing Plan Costs Eligible for FSA Reimbursement?
A Church Law & Tax member asks "What is eligible for FSA reimbursements?" The answer depends, based on current guidance from the IRS.
The Top 5 Reasons Churches and Religious Organizations End Up in Court
How to keep your church from becoming another statistic.
Choosing Church Insurance: Tips From a Professional (+ Free Download)
16 questions to help select and retain your church's insurance.
Downloadable Checklist: Do We Follow Sound Employment Practices?
A 12-question checklist to find out.
Download and Use This Lay Counseling Checklist for Churches
Have you created a safe, secure environment for your spiritual care ministry?
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Webinar: Rich Hammar’s 15 Must-Knows for Pastors
On-Demand Webinar: Attorney Richard R. Hammar identifies 15 topics that frequently trip up pastors and church administrators.
Rich’s 15 Must-Knows for Pastors: Church Insurance
Determine if your church has the right insurance.
Rich’s 15 Must-Knows for Pastors
Insights to help you successfully navigate the complexities of church administration.
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.
Can We Give Additional Income to a Church Employee Who Opts Out of Our Medical Plan?
Understand the rules for offering a medical stipend to church employees who opt out of coverage and how to ensure compliance with IRS and ACA regulations.
Best Practices for Avoiding Cyberliability Problems
These best practices can help prevent cyberliability problems, including data breaches.
How to Reduce EPLI Costs and Claims
Best practices for preventing lawsuits.
How to Create an Inventory for Your Church
Tips and tricks for effectively keeping track of what your church owns.
Should a Church Own or Rent Vehicles?
Two church leaders weigh in on this question.
When Volunteers Drive for Your Church
Tips for handling this critical area of risk-management.
Church Vehicle Insurance: 6 Questions to Ask
Managing the money of the church includes being up-to-date on insurance policies.