Is Preaching About Homosexuality a Hate Crime?
Limitations of the new Hate Crimes Act.
Discrimination
Congress Lobbies for New Nondiscrimination Act
Prohibits employment discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
Defending Against Claims of Discrimination
Why financial misconduct defense trumped sexual harassment claim in NC case.
Filing Form 5578
One of the most neglected federal reporting requirements.
When Employees Violate Moral Standards
Church Law & Tax Report 2009-03-01 When Employees Violate Moral Standards Richard R. Hammar, J.D.,
The Employment Nondiscrimination Act of 2007
Church Law and Tax 2007-11-01 The Employment Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 Richard R. Hammar Article
Terminating Employees for Misappropriating Church Funds
Court cautions churches to be consistent in treatment of wayward employees.
Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation
Church Law and Tax 2004-07-01 Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation Richard R. Hammar, J.D., LL.M.,
The Ministry of Music
A federal court recognizes the central role of church music.
Filing One of the Most Neglected Federal Reporting Requirements
Requirement applies to religious organizations involved in a private school.
Dismissing Church Employees for Violating Moral Standards
A federal appeals court issues an important ruling.
United States Supreme Court Issues Three Important Rulings
What church leaders need to know.
The Civil Rights Act of 1964
A federal court in North Carolina ruled that the first amendment did not prevent it from resolving a sexual harassment claim brought by two nonminister church employees against their church.
Recent Trends in Employment Discrimination Cases
Lawsuits are on the rise and are not often covered by insurance policies.
Filing Form 5578
One of the most neglected federal reporting requirements.