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Even if they have done everything “right” when terminating an employee, employers will occasionally get sued. So, if doing things by the book is not enough, what is? The answer is to avoid what inspires a former employee to visit an attorney. Here are four lessons learned from an attorney who has litigated employment claims …
In order to protect the public from fraud, most states have enacted laws that require organizations to register with the state before they solicit donations from individuals in that state. The goal is for the public to be able to trust that their donations are going to a legitimate nonprofit organization that will use the …
If you raise money from the general public in Georgia, you may need to make a special filing with the Secretary of State’s office. Here’s a quick review of what you’re required to file, and where. Registering for Charitable Solicitation in Georgia
When you applied for 501(c)(3) status for your organization, you had to tell the IRS what charitable services you were going to provide, whom you would serve and whether you planned to charge fees (which had to be reasonable). The IRS granted 501(c)(3) status to your organization based on that information. Now in the age …
Small employers were presented with a holiday gift – the opportunity to reimburse their employees for premiums paid for insurance purchased in the individual market. This practice had been prohibited under the Affordable Care Act (“ACA”). The new law, passed as part of the 21st Century Cures Act, allows small employers to adopt qualifying reimbursement …
Risk exists in everyday business operations for all of us, but it is not by itself a negative condition. When properly managed, risk is appropriately balanced against our business opportunities and the financial and other rewards that allow our nonprofits to be successful. During this webinar, the speaker will help you understand: – the four …
Because nonprofits enjoy a significant discount on application fees for outdoor festival and alcohol permits in Atlanta, some for-profit entities have asked nonprofits to apply for such permits on their behalf. This article lays out some of the risks nonprofits should consider before agreeing to file for a permit on a for-profit’s behalf. Use Caution …
Nonprofit organizations frequently accept credit cards for donations and/or sales, either directly or through third parties. This webcast will provide guidance regarding the regulations with which you are required to comply in accepting such cards. The speaker will provide an overview of: – the various participants in the credit card networks and processes; – the …
Raffles and door prizes are longtime favorites in the world of nonprofit fundraising and contests are becoming more popular as nonprofits look for creative ways to raise money. But are you familiar with the many laws that govern gaming and contests? The questions that most charities don’t ask are: Are such activities illegal under GA …
It’s your charity’s first project in a foreign country – the funds you worked so hard to raise will finally be used to help people in need overseas. You’ve already been approached by enthusiastic people to work in-country, eager to implement your first project. What could go wrong? Well, quite a bit if you aren’t …
There are four constitutional amendments on the November 8th ballot here in Georgia, including one addressing state intervention in public schools found to be “chronically failing” and another proposing to generate revenue for the Safe Harbor for Sexually Exploited Children Fund. If your organization is urging the public to vote yes or no on any …
This webinar provides an overview of how to identify and protect confidential business information that is significant to your nonprofit. The presenters will explain the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act, clarify the legal differences between confidential information and trade secrets, discuss how nonprofits can use confidential information and trade secrets while continuing to protect them, …
Nonprofits create many things, from curriculum to videos to websites to music. After expending their limited resources to create things (or to pay others to create them), nonprofits should certainly consider how to protect their rights in those things. Copyright protects works of authorship from unauthorized copying and distribution. An original work of authorship becomes …
Nonprofits have a variety of workers who help the organization. How to classify those workers is not as simple as one would think, and failure properly to classify workers can lead to costly and time-consuming unemployment and workers’ compensation claims, U.S. and Georgia Department of Labor audits and IRS investigations. In some cases, nonprofit board …
So many emails, so little time. If you’ve ever wanted to solicit donations or invite donors to your next fundraiser with a simple email, this is the session for you. Advertising laws, such as the Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography And Marketing Act of 2003 (CAN-SPAM), govern how businesses, even nonprofits, use email marketing. …
Proper maintenance of personnel files and other employment files helps to ensure that all of the relevant information about employees is maintained in the appropriate place, and that employment actions that are taken by the organization are supported by correct documentation. Employers may choose to have several files for information that is maintained about employees, …
While having volunteers is allowed under the Fair Labor Standards Act, nonprofit organizations should be aware of the risks posed by providing compensation to their volunteers. This article addresses: 1) who is a volunteer 2) the risks of paying volunteers 3) what nonprofits can do to recognize their volunteers Dangers of Compensating Volunteers
The new buzz word in the nonprofit §501(c)(3) sector seems to be “self-sustaining.” Boards, foundations, and other stakeholders are asking how nonprofit §501(c)(3)’s can generate income and become self-sustaining. The goal of this webcast is to help nonprofits understand the potential risks of selling goods or services and to provide insights into options for doing …
In 1982, Paul Newman founded Newman’s Own, a for-profit corporation created to sell food products and donate 100% of the profits to charity. What started as a boutique operation has grown into an international business with over $350 million in revenues. Many people consider Paul Newman to be one of the original pioneers in the …
Proper maintenance of employee personnel files and other employment files helps to ensure that all of the relevant information about employees is maintained in the appropriate place, and that employment actions that are taken by the organization are supported by correct documentation. Employers may choose to have several files for information that is maintained about …
How to Keep Your Nonprofit Out of the Media Spotlight The Wounded Warrior Project has been under intense scrutiny ever since a CBS News investigation reported that the organization spends 40 to 50 percent of its donations on overhead. The organization was also accused of excessive spending on executive salaries, travel and staff conferences. In …
Nonprofit organizations collect, store, and use personal information from members, donors, employees, volunteers, business associates, and the constituents they serve. This webinar will address data privacy risks, obligations, and best practices, focusing on electronic data, but applicable also to “paper” records. We will discuss: • prudent information governance; • data breach and incident response; and …
This webcast provides guidance to nonprofits interested in government contracts about how to get started with compliance requirements under both federal and D.C. law. It discusses both why compliance is important, and the steps organizations must take to ensure they are in compliance. Please note that in addition to the legal disclaimer above, this article …
This article guides nonprofit employers on how to conduct effective job interviews while avoiding practices that may lead to discrimination lawsuits. Do’s and Dont’s for Interviewing Job Candidates