Commandments: Law and Religion Blog

In many ways, AI promises to improve our world. In others, it brings new risks and threats. Typically, when Americans think “Threats from AI,” we think of science fiction scenarios involving rogue AIs and exploitive mega-corporations. But evil robots and syndicates aren’t the only ones able to exploit AI: child predators can too.

What does mandated training mean for Christians at work? We share a list of states with mandated workplace training related to sexual misconduct, as well as ask the question: how can churches go above and beyond?

The post discusses a recent Title IX sex discrimination lawsuit and examines whether, in practice, this interpretation betrays the law and actually encourages unfair treatment on the basis of sex.

A multi-chapter resource about a recent Fifth Circuit ruling holds there are protections and exemptions for religious employers regarding the sex discrimination provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

This review of the book "When Narcissism Comes to Church," by Chuck DeGroat, discusses how leaders can reflect on narcissistic tendencies both within themselves and their congregation as a whole, and provides hope for healing.

Congress passed the Respect for Marriage Act in 2022. This post discusses the legal context of this legislation, what it does and does not do, and its implications for faith–based organizations.

Gender dysphoria is now considered a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and employers should be aware not to discriminate.

Two recent decisions from federal appellate courts clarify the scope of the First Amendment’s protections for religious employers and provide some practical guidance.

A recent decision from the U.S. Supreme Court involving a religious display in Boston may impact religious liberty and faith-based organizations, by way of free speech and religious expression.

A court dismissed on religious grounds Plaintiffs’ action against a religious school for violating Title IX, brought when the school expelled them for being in a same sex marriage.