Are umpiring associations...

[Insane Blue]

The answer is no. With that said I would make sure your By-Laws cover this situation. I would also keep the type of paperwork that Irish is talking about.

Everyone is an independent contractor I believe that Referee Magazine covered this a few issues back.

This is posted on Arbiter for one of the units I belong to.
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[Skahtboi]

It depends, of course, on the bylaws and constitution of the organization to which this person belongs. (Others have already touched on this topic, and correctly I might add.)

All of Mike's (IM) questions were the ones that need to be answered in order for your question to be answered correctly.

However, in most cases that I have been aware of, the short answer is "no." Most organizations clearly state that membership does not constitute a contract for employment or assignments, and enumerate any actions the organization is liable to take against an individual based on performance evaluations, dependability, rules and mechanics knowledge...etc.

So, to answer your question, I would suggest going back and reading the constitution (or charter), and bylaws.

[IRISHMAFIA]

Originally Posted by Insane Blue

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Huh? What does something falling of a plane have to do with this