Beware 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...
View ArticleA Quick Guide to Voting Terms (Plus PDF Download)
Attend a meeting or read an organization’s rules, and you’re likely to encounter a variety of voting terms. Parliamentary procedure (e.g., the rules of Robert’s Rules and other parliamentary procedure...
View ArticleDevelopments in Association Law, 2016 – 2017
There have been important legal developments at the federal and state levels for nonprofit organizations. - Takeaways - Nonprofits continue to experience Federal government and private litigant...
View ArticleDoes FEMA Unconstitutionally Deny Relief to Churches? President Trump Thinks...
Hurricane Harvey’s devastation has impacted thousands of people and businesses throughout Texas. Private nonprofits and religious organizations have been playing key roles in providing emergency relief...
View ArticleAvoid Scams and Ensure Tax Deductions When Donating to Hurricane Relief
In the wake of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, you may be looking to make a charitable donation to support relief efforts. With dozens of organizations accepting donations, it can be difficult to know (1)...
View Article[Webinar] Issues and Recent Developments in Art Law - October 5th, 11:00am ET
Please join Christie's and the Locke Lord LLP Art Law Group for an overview of the art market and key legal issues....By: Locke Lord LLP
View Article4 No-Nonsense Reasons to Take Good Minutes – Part 1
Taking minutes arguably tops the list of “most thankless jobs,” and those who assume the role often wish they hadn’t been such a willing volunteer. But accurate minutes are a parliamentary procedure...
View ArticleTransaction Structuring Matters: North Carolina Rejects Third-Party Rooftop...
A North Carolina appeals court has reminded energy developers in the state of the importance of structuring a transaction so as not to trigger the state’s utility franchise laws. For one unfortunate...
View ArticleMandatory Disclosure: Belgium Requires Large Companies to Provide Certain...
The Background: On September 3, 2017, Belgium adopted a law implementing EC Directive 2014/95/EU on the disclosure of non-financial and diversity information by certain large undertakings and groups. -...
View ArticleEO Update: e-News for Charities & Nonprofits
The IRS is providing several types of tax relief for those affected by hurricanes hitting Texas, Florida, Georgia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. We’re monitoring the situation closely to...
View Article4 No-Nonsense Reasons to Take Good Minutes – Part 2
A previous post provided the first two reasons that accurate minutes are a “must” for all non-profits, including homeowners associations, churches, unions, sororities, and political parties. Here’s...
View ArticleFinal Regulations on PRIs Make for Inspirational Reading for Family Foundations
It is not often that you can find inspiration within the Treasury regulations. But if you are a family foundation looking for innovative ways of pursuing your charitable mission, you will come away...
View ArticlePerspectives for the Professions Newsletter - September 2017: The...
The Chief Executive Officer of a professional regulatory organization is the senior staff person responsible for the overall operations of the organization. Typically, the CEO will report to Council...
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