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Managing Non-Profit Risks: Essential Strategies for Legal and Operational Safety

Join Professor Rebecca S. Trammell at Stetson University College of Law for a comprehensive presentation on non-profit risk management strategies. This program will explore crucial questions such as common litigation types, liability concerns for employees and volunteers, and the importance of insurance coverage. Gain insights into how to establish effective workplace policies, maintain workplace safety, and prepare for potential legal challenges. Equip your organization with the knowledge to prevent crises and manage damage control effectively.

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Managing Non-Profit Risks: Essential Strategies for Legal and Operational Safety

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  1. Florida Library Association & Stetson University College of Law Dolly & Homer Hand Law Library Non-Profit Risk Management Professor Rebecca S. Trammell

  2. Consider & Plan • What can go wrong in our organization? • How can we prevent these things? • What is our damage control if they still happen? • If we are sued how will we pay • Lawyers • Court judgments (if we lose) • Out-of-Court settlements

  3. Questions • Do we have an office? • Does the office keep cash? • Is our office open to the public? • Do we have employees? • Do we have volunteers? • Do we hold events? • Do we handle cash? • Any driving as part of their non-profit activities?

  4. Consider • Common types of litigation • Contract disputes • Employment claims • Personal injury • Who can be liable • Non-profit employees • Non-profit volunteers • Non-profit board • Non-profit entity

  5. Focus on Prevention • Establish written workplace policies • Sexual harassment • Antidiscrimination • Workplace Safety • Inform everyone • Provide ongoing training • Maintain a safe working environment • Review policies & procedures & update regularly

  6. Insurance • Employment Insurance • Workers Compensation • Unemployment Insurance • General Liability Insurance • Property Insurance (owners & renters) • Property & Assets • Auto Insurance • Directors & Officers Insurance • Professional Liability Insurance

  7. More About Insurance • Understand what’s covered & what’s not • Review your coverage regularly • Comparison shop • Consider a broker • Talk to other non-profits

  8. Other Topics in this Series • Non-Profit Basics • Tax Exempt Status • Donations & Fundraising • Non-Profit Board Members & Officers • Non-Profit Employees & Volunteers • Non-Profit Risk Management • Non-Profit Income & Records • Useful Non-Profit Resources

  9. Remember This presentation provides information, not legal advice. Always consult an attorney for legal advice.

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