Denominational Due Diligence Key point 10-09.2. Some courts have found churches not liable on the basis of negligent
Sexual Abuse Screenings and Liability Key point 10-04.2. Some courts have found churches not liable on the basis of negligent
Release Forms and Personal Injury Key point 10-16.6. A release form is a document signed by a competent adult that
Mastering Reference Checks for Churches Addressing 15 common questions to reduce ministry vulnerabilities. Richard R. Hammar
Church Could be Liable for Negligent Hiring Court rules church hiring youth pastor without checking reference could be liable for workers' molestation of a minor.
Release Form Not Enforceable Due to Lack of Clarity Male severely injured in Habitat for Humanity bike race successfully sues organization for negligent conduct.
Church Not Responsible for Rape of Teenage Girl by Camp Worker Court says church and camp exercised sufficient care in selection and supervision of worker.
Church Not Responsible for Teen Sleepover Injury Court rules injuries sustained during off-site sleepover are not church's responsibility. Richard R. Hammar
Message Sent: Liability May Exist for Senders of Texts A startling ruling underscores the importance of cell phone policies for churches. Richard R. Hammar
Coverage Denied Failure to notify the insurance company of a claim cost one church $2.3 million. Five tips for avoiding a similar mistake. Richard R. Hammar
Church Not Responsible for Sexual Abuse of a Minor Assailant fully to blame for disregarded church's safety policies. Richard R. Hammar
Check-In and Check-Out Procedures Learn how to establish check-in procedures that keep children safe.
Planning for Special Events When a church departs from its regular programming, extra care—and good insurance coverage—are required. Lee A. Dean
Teacher Seduces High School Student School found not liable on the basis of negligent supervision. Richard R. Hammar
Man Sues Diocese and Two Priests Over Abuse The lawsuit was barred by the statute of limitations. Richard R. Hammar
Priest Molests Children Court rules that diocese may be sued for negligent retention and supervision. Richard R. Hammar
Statute of Limitations Prevents Lawsuit Man's lawsuit over abuse suffered as minor barred. Richard R. Hammar
Boy Scouts of America Sued for Scoutmaster’s Negligence Court rules that organization is not responsible for man's activities. Richard R. Hammar
Lawsuit Over Priest’s Molestation of Boys Court finds church and diocese not liable. Richard R. Hammar