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Legal Precedent in Michigan: A Boon for Victims of Violence, A Burden for Insurance Companies
The recent Oakland County Circuit Court, Michigan court decision in Oxford Community Schools vs. MASB-SEG Property/Casualty Pool set a new precedent for both victims and insurance companies, potentially leading to increased exposure and larger plaintiffs’ settlements. This ruling underscores the importance of ensuring that your clients have comprehensive emergency response plans in place. Such plans
Church Safety and Security Plans: Nice to Have or Need to Have?
During a finance meeting today, I received a call from a church leader. They were discussing the adoption of a safety and security plan for their 130-member congregation. The only question they wanted me to answer was, “Are these plans nice to have or need to have?” My response was, “It depends on how you
To Train or Not to Train: Guidelines for Church Safety and Security Teams
Churches need to be a welcoming and peaceful environment because they serve as places of refuge, healing, and spiritual growth. A welcoming atmosphere ensures that everyone, regardless of background or circumstance, feels accepted and valued as part of the community. How can churches create a peaceful environment in the sense of implementing safety and security
How Often Should Churches Train Their Safety & Security Teams?
When forming a safety and security team for any size church, it is key to implement comprehensive training programs to ensure the team is well-prepared to handle various situations. As an expert witness, when preparing for a civil lawsuit accusing an organization of negligence, I initially request documentation like policies, procedures, staffing, compliance, certifications and
Training Time: High School Football compared to Church Safety & Security Teams
I often pose the high school sports vs church safety and security training to bring awareness to the lack of training we receive. When a high school football team, which only plays for three months during a calendar year, undergoes more training than a real-life safety and security team, it raises significant concerns about our
Violent Attacks on Houses of Worship
Summary of A-Mark Foundation Report on Violent Attacks on Houses of Worship The A-Mark Foundation recently published a comprehensive article titled “Violent Attacks on Houses of Worship”. The report aimed to include all incidents where a perpetrator violently attacked (or attempted to attack) congregants, staff, or clergy at a house of worship or affiliated property.