Shhh, It’s a Secret — What No One Tells You About Executive Session
“Executive session” is fancy meeting terminology for a secret proceeding. You probably already knew that much, but conducting a proper closed-door meeting requires knowing a bit more. Here are a few...
View ArticleNew Sales Tax Exemption for Georgia Fine Arts Non-Profits
On August 21, 2017, the Georgia Department of Revenue released Policy Bulletin SUT-2017-07 providing a sales tax exemption for sales of tickets, fees, or charges for admission to certain fine arts...
View ArticleCharities: Increased Corporatisation and Its Impact On The Pro Bono Space
The increased adoption of a corporate structure by charities has resulted in enhanced pro bono opportunities for law firms in Singapore....By: Morgan Lewis
View Article3 Wrong Ways to Facilitate Discussion at a Meeting
Discussing….presenting ideas….asking questions. Parliamentary procedure allows all of this, right? But, you’re thinking, there’s this guy who always speaks up. Or there’s the member who asks the...
View ArticleFederal Circuit Rules in Favor of Public Interest Group Standing at PTAB
In Personal Audio, LLC. v. Electronic Frontier Foundation, No. 2016-1123 (Fed. Cir. Aug. 7, 2017), the Federal Circuit reviewed a Patent Trial and Appeal Board (“PTAB”) decision invalidating claims of...
View ArticleIRS Revokes Tax Exempt Status of "Small, Rural" Hospital: Five Reminders to...
The IRS has revoked the 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status of a non-profit hospital for failure to comply with the requirements of 501(r) imposed by the Affordable Care Act in 2010. Specifically, the IRS...
View ArticleSoup, Salvation and Overtime: Sixth Circuit Takes Up Televangelist’s FLSA Appeal
Are you entitled to FLSA coverage if you are doing the Lord’s work? In March 2017, a federal district court in Ohio answered “yes” and awarded almost $400,000 to unpaid employees/volunteers of a church...
View ArticleHurricane Harvey: Insurance Implications [Updated]
Hurricane Harvey and its associated rainfall have simply devastated much of southeastern Texas. Many areas were left inaccessible, or without water or power services. Evacuation and curfew orders...
View ArticleHurricane Harvey: Immediate Considerations for Impacted Public and Non-Profit...
At this time, immediate lifesaving response activities have priority. As soon as they are able, impacted public and non-profit entities must consider the available resources to help defray costs,...
View ArticlePractical Issues Facing Nonprofits Structuring New Market Tax Credit Deals
Since the Great Recession, nonprofits have been receiving less support from budget-constrained governmental agencies and fewer contributions from the private sector. Similarly, many state and other...
View ArticleMaking an Effective (and Tax Deductible) Donation for Disaster Relief
Relief efforts are underway to assist victims of Hurricane Harvey and those affected by the catastrophic flooding in Texas and Louisiana. Many well-meaning Americans are making donations through a...
View ArticleEO Update: e-News for Charities & Nonprofits
Beware of Hurricane Harvey fake charity scams - The IRS issued a warning about possible fake charity scams emerging due to Hurricane Harvey and encouraged taxpayers to seek out recognized charitable...
View ArticleBeware of Fundraising Scams Following Hurricane Harvey
Following the catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey in the Gulf Coast, many local and national nonprofits quickly mobilized to respond to survivors’ immediate needs and begin planning for...
View ArticleQuick Fix: How to Get Rid of Time-Wasting Committee Reports
You know the drill….the meeting that drags on forever because of unnecessary committee reports. There is good news straight from the parliamentary procedure powers that be: You do not have to include...
View ArticleRetailers to the Rescue
Hurricane Harvey has traumatized southeastern Texas. With unprecedented rainfall, there are many people who need urgent help. The competitive retail market can be difficult and wonderful all at the...
View ArticleWatch Out for Disaster Scams: A Guide to Giving to Hurricane Relief
A time of crisis can bring out the best in people — a desire to help others in need — but it can also bring out the worst. Unfortunately, natural disasters create opportunities for scammers to prey on...
View ArticleDemand Futility Isn't Dead For Derivative Actions Against Non-Profit...
You probably thought that you would never again have to argue that a demand on a corporation's board of directors before filing a derivative action should be excused because it would have been futile....
View ArticleHurricane Irma: Maximizing Insurance Recoveries
Hurricane Irma’s epic scope and wind speed suggest that affected businesses and other organizations take immediate and proactive steps to maximize insurance recovery....By: Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw...
View ArticleIn The Aftermath Of A Hurricane: How To Avoid Fraud, Waste, And Abuse
Sadly, history repeats itself. Disasters can bring about the best, and sometimes the worst, in human behavior. So can disaster cleanups. From price gouging to fraud, there will always be opportunists...
View ArticleEngaging in Political Activities? Know Your Safe Harbors and Stay Compliant
Interacting with public officials and public employees is necessary for many businesses and nonprofit organizations. No one should be discouraged from engaging public officials and public employees on...
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