Limited liability of uncompensated directors and officers
- Statute:
- Illinois §108.70 · Act NP (General Not For Profit Corporation Act of 1986)
- Topic:
- Insurance & Liability · Volunteer shield
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
An uncompensated director or officer of a 501(c) corporation is not liable for damages from the exercise of judgment in that role unless the act was willful or wanton. This is the corporate volunteer shield; it does not erase CPA / CICAA duties or the association's own liability.
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- What does Illinois §108.70 require?
- An uncompensated director or officer of a 501(c) corporation is not liable for damages from the exercise of judgment in that role unless the act was willful or wanton. This is the corporate volunteer shield; it does not erase CPA / CICAA duties or the association's own liability.
- Who does Illinois §108.70 apply to?
- Illinois §108.70 applies to Nonprofit associations in Illinois.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §108.70?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Illinois community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Illinois §108.70?
- The official text is published by the Illinois General Assembly at ilga.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Limited liability of uncompensated directors and officers?
- SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one. The features that help you comply with this section are part of every plan — no add-ons, no per-document fees. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Illinois §108.70 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Illinois-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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