If my wife was seduced by a pastor at our church and now the lead pastor will not let my children attend, can I sue the church?
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If my wife was seduced by a pastor at our church and now the lead pastor will not let my children attend, can I sue the church?
Asked on April 12, 2012 under Personal Injury, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
No, unfortunately, you cannot sue the church:
1) An employer is not responsible for the actions of its employees when those actions are outside the scope of employment; since the pastor's actions were outside the scope of his role as pastor, the church is not responsible.
2) There is no right to attend any particular church--a church may refuse to allow someone to attend if it wishes. Therefore there is no legal cause of action or claim due to not being allowed to attend.
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