This law section provides civil immunity for officers, directors, and trustees of nonprofit organizations under section 501(c)(3), shielding them from damages unless their conduct is grossly negligent or intentionally harmful. It also clarifies that volunteer firefighters retain their legal protections and immunity. The provisions aim to limit liability for routine duties while maintaining existing legal defenses.
Officers, directors, and trustees of nonprofit organizations under section 501(c)(3) are protected from civil damages unless their conduct is grossly negligent or intentionally harmful.
No, this law specifically limits individual liability of officers, directors, and trustees but does not alter the legal basis for the nonprofit's own liability or defenses.
Yes, volunteer firefighters are treated as public employees and are generally granted civil immunity, without reducing other legal protections they may have.
Liability can arise if the officer's conduct falls substantially below accepted standards and involves acts or omissions they knew or should have known posed a substantial risk of harm.