Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Wisconsin

My husband and I are considering starting a peer support group for parents who have lost babies/young children. Do we need insurance or if we have everyone sign something that says they understand we are not professionals and cannot address mental health issues we will be covered?


Asked on 1/20/12, 8:23 pm

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JAY Nixon nixon law offices

As long as you are not charging money to anyone who is joining your peer support group, it might be considered a charitable or public service activity for which your renters or homeowners insurance policy may provide liability coverage. You should therefore discuss this coverage issue with your agent, or, if your group grows large enough, attempt to recruit a volunteer attorney to act as a member of your board of directors. Many attorneys give away their time and advice for worthwhile service organizations in this manner. Attorney responses on this public website are intended only for public educational purposes rather than as legal advice for your specific situation. Responses to your questions therefore do not create an attorney client relationship between us and should not be relied upon for making any important decisions until they have been reconsidered by your private attorney. You are; however, welcome to contact my office in Racine to discuss any additional questions which you may have or to seek private advice intended for you alone. Answers on this website may also contain attorney advertising materials.

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Answered on 1/22/12, 7:52 am


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