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Format(s): Adobe PDF
Price: $14.95
Avoiding Church Lawsuits
Create proactive procedures to avoid court and to resolve legal conflict.posted 5/10/2011
Try also: Allegation, Best Practices, Lawsuit, Legal defense, Liable
Overview
No church enjoys going to court. Legal disputes are messy, and sometimes unavoidable. However, your church can create proactive procedures to avoid common reasons why churches most often go to court, and to resolve legal conflict. Creating—and enforcing—the effective policies and procedures will show a court that your church is doing everything possible to keep your people safe, a strong defense should your church ever be brought to court. In this download you'll learn about the top five reasons churches end up in court, how to resolve arguments peacefully, and how to hire a lawyer.
Five Reasons Churches Go to CourtOverview | An introduction to common lawsuits churches must confront.
When Your Church Needs a Lawyer
Assessment | What you should know about selecting an attorney to prevent legal risks.
By Frank Sommerville, JD, CPA
Recognizing Responsibility
How To | Liability lurks, even when churches least expect it.
By Richard Hammar
How to Resolve Property Disputes
How To | Churches can avoid property disputes before they happen.
By Richard Hammar
Is My Church Covered?
How To | Good insurance may be your best ally in averting legal battles.
By Tonie Auer
Legal Zoning Law Remedies
How To | Protecting the church's constitutional rights.
By Richard Hammar
Child Sexual Abuse Claims
For Church Leaders | Why churches are susceptible.
By Richard Hammar
Lawsuits in the Church
For Church Leaders | Ministry leaders must do more to peacefully resolve conflicts.
by Ken Sande
Resource Center
Leader's Guide | Quick tips and recommended resources.
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