Resources & Blogs

A review of an article by Kenneth Lanning, and Park Dietz that discusses child abuse in youth-serving organizations, common misconceptions about the issues, and the most important protection practices.

New federal legislation is creating additional protections for pregnant workers and new moms in the workforce.

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.

Non-disclosure agreements are controversial in the context of abuse and misconduct claims. This article discusses the pros and cons of NDAs and considerations about implementing them.

A multi-chapter resource about some legal issues associated with using volunteers, and how non-profit organizations can manage risk and avoid liability.

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a new rule for determining whether a worker is an employee or a contractor. This article discusses the new rule and its importance for businesses.

Carefully following best investigative practices can help avoid harming people and avoid costly litigation.

Part two of this article discusses when volunteers get hurt and/or hurt others, and how non-profit organizations can manage risk and avoid liability.

Part one discusses how organizations operating abroad should be wary of possible gaps in insurance coverage. Avoiding those gaps is essential to the continued health of your ministry.

Employers in Colorado should be aware of new changes to Colorado’s anti-discrimination laws. This article discusses these reforms and their implications for Colorado employers.