NCA releases legal reference guide for private clubs

In today's litigious society, private clubs must ensure they're protected against potential legal risks and exposure. The National Club Association's newest publication, "The Legal Reference Guide for Private Clubs," is a comprehensive resource for club managers and volunteer leaders and their club counsel to help navigate the legal maze of issues that could confront them. 

Chapters in "The Legal Reference Guide for Private Clubs" cover topics such as private and tax-exempt status, membership, general liability issues, employment law, food and beverage law, operational matters, governance, finance, environmental law and real estate and construction law. This guide also provides sample policies, checklists and forms.

Written by attorneys specializing in private club issues, this definitive resource will provide the private club industry with guidelines and policies to help clubs and their counsel manage legal risks and exposure.

The publication was partially underwritten by the National Club Association Foundation. The NCA member price for the book is $249; the nonmember price is $349. The book is available at the NCA online bookstore at www.nationalclub.org or by calling 800-625-6221.