Additional indemnification and insurance
- Statute:
- North Carolina §55A-8-57 · Chapter 55A (North Carolina Nonprofit Corporation Act)
- Topic:
- Insurance & Liability · D&O insurance
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
A corporation may purchase insurance on behalf of directors, officers, employees, and agents against liability asserted in that capacity, whether or not the corporation would have power to indemnify the person. This is the corporate D&O-policy authorization; Chapter 47C / 47F separately require property and liability coverage on the common elements.
📄 Read the official text at ncleg.gov →
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- What does North Carolina §55A-8-57 require?
- A corporation may purchase insurance on behalf of directors, officers, employees, and agents against liability asserted in that capacity, whether or not the corporation would have power to indemnify the person. This is the corporate D&O-policy authorization; Chapter 47C / 47F separately require property and liability coverage on the common elements.
- Who does North Carolina §55A-8-57 apply to?
- North Carolina §55A-8-57 applies to Nonprofit associations in North Carolina.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §55A-8-57?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for North Carolina community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of North Carolina §55A-8-57?
- The official text is published by the North Carolina General Assembly at ncleg.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Additional indemnification and insurance?
- 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 North Carolina §55A-8-57 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a North Carolina-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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