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Assessing US Supreme Court Rulings on Pandemic Restrictions
What the high court’s COVID-19 decisions reveal regarding how government treats churches, businesses, and other organizations.
Supreme Court's Fulton Decision Reinforces Religious Freedom Protections
Court says Philadelphia’s policy failed constitutional muster for church- and faith-based activities.
10 Key Tax Developments Affecting Churches and Pastors in 2023
What you need to understand for 2022 filing and 2023 compliance.
Clerical Errors Cost Church Its Tax Exemption
As this Oregon case shows, even the smallest clerical errors can derail a church’s tax status.
Clergy-Penitent Privilege Does Not Extend to Email in Sexual Harassment Case
A key email between an investigator and an archbishop falls outside the ‘cleric-congregant’ privilege.
Colorado Pastor’s Defamation Claim Falls Short
A Colorado pastor could not prove a former member knew his derogatory statements about her were false when he made them.
Can Churches Bar Service Animals?
Before your church considers barring service animals, it is good to understand the legal and ministerial dimensions.
Inaction and Cover-up Create Significant Liability in Sexual Misconduct Case
Church leaders chose not to report sexual misconduct by a church program leader against a minor and covered up details, prompting a lawsuit.
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