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 What should we do if our exec wants to run for office?
The executive director of our 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation wants to run for City Council? It could be really helpful to the organization. What do we have to worry about if she does it? ....read more

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Foundation May Sue Bank

For Delay in Stock Transfer
Court says foundation was intended beneficiary
of custodianship agreement between donor and bank

Charity May Sue Bank
For Failing to Get Beneficiary Change
Even though charity did not contest distribution of estate, Court says charity may sue two years later for negligence

Mortgage Broker Not Liable
When Co-Pastor Misuses Funds
Bankruptcy Court recognizes breach of duty,
but says conduct was not a substantial factor in harm

Lessons from Litigation


Individual must be served for suit against unincorporated church
Full Article

Employment Law


Catholic home not prevented from claiming exemption

Teacher may sue parochial school for religious discrimination
Full Article

Behind the Numbers


Tax Court permits some, but not all, volunteer expenses

One-man research entity entitled to real estate exemption
Full Article

Issue Notes

Webinar—State Charitable Solicitation Statutes: Everything You Wanted to Know But Were Afraid to Ask

Kramer, Sikes to speak on nonprofit political activity

Talk with the Editor, January 19

Say That Again

 
Ready Reference

Ready Reference Page No. 119
Charity Fundraisers Raise Many Legal Issues
From preparation, through running the event, and reporting the results careful lawyering can reduce the risks of liability and embarrassment

Ready Reference pages are summaries of major issues in nonprofit law and governance including:

To the Point

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There is no reference to having an executive director in our bylaws. Our executive director is an independent contractor.  Can she sign any legal documents on behalf of the corporation? Should legal counsel be sending her any legal documents for the corporation? Answer

Nonprofit Law You Want to Know
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What structure should I use for web design nonprofit?
You Just Got My Attention.  How do I protect myself and my family?
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Risk and Reward

Tips on reducing risks of litigation and liability by Melanie Herman, Executive Director of the Nonprofit Risk Mangement Center, Washington, D.C.

Myths About Nonprofit Liability
and Risk Management

Behind the Numbers

Clear explanations of financial and accounting issues for nonprofits.

Behind the Numbers
Development and accounting information disagrees?
Here is the solution!

By Eric Fraint

 

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