July 1-15, 2009
Last Issue: June 16-30, 2009
Foundation Exec Ordered
To Repay Excess Compensation
Court rules that contract to pay excess
compensation is void as a matter of public policy
Full Article (free)
Credit Union May Expel
Members for “Inimical” Conduct”
Court says Board may define “cause”
to include anything Board considers inimical
Form 990 Information
Used to Justify Search Warrant
Court says reports of overlapping leadership and offices
justify search of charity official’s home
Nonprofit Law YOU Want to Know
What is the duration of an exemption?
How does public affect agency?
May I solicit contributions before recognition of exemption?
May group make gift before recognition of exemption?
Is there a limit on number of fundraisers?
Is church required to have audit?
Can donations provide scholarship for youth sports player?
- Kramer, Emerson to talk on 990
- Kramer, Sikes names “Super Lawyers” again
- Talk with the Editor, July 8
To the Point
May a nonprofit 501(c)(4) community organization refuse to admit a member because “you don’t fit in”? The bylaws say that membership “is open to all singers, musicians, entertainers….”Answer
Lessons from Litigation Full Article
- Charitable trustees appeal uncontested court victory
Tax Matters Full Article
- Who owes sales tax on fundraising program?
- Are Division I collegiate sports “educational”?
Employment Law Full Article
- Nonprofit restaurant workers not under FLSA
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