Does your nonprofit host auctions with a live auctioneer? Nonprofits that engage in live auctions should be aware of the Georgia Auctioneers Law (the “GAL”). The GAL requires organizations that conduct live auctions to use a licensed auctioneer, with limited exceptions.  Read this article, to understand whether your nonprofit’s auctions might be exempt or if they are subject to GAL’s license auctioneer requirements.

A slip and fall accident may seem like a minor concern or something that could never happen at your facility. Legal claims associated with slip and falls, generally called “premises liability”, may be more common than you realize and can lead to serious injuries, costly legal battles, and significant disruptions to your organization’s mission. In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Kendra Talley and Holly Hempel with Nelson Mullins will talk about strategies to mitigate slip and …

In the digital age, sharing and publishing images has become an integral part of nonprofit storytelling. However, this seemingly simple act carries with it intellectual property (IP) and privacy considerations that can significantly impact individuals and organizations. Whether using photographs taken by a volunteer, artwork from a paid artist, or pictures generated by AI, it’s crucial to ensure lawful and ethical use of images. In this article by Creighton Frommer of RELX, we provide guidelines and considerations …

Whether your nonprofit is ready to hire its first employee or is looking for a new payroll service, nonprofit leaders should be aware of both general and nonprofit payroll compliance considerations.  In this episode of the PBPA Podcast, Kadale Lubin with Ford Harrison will talk to us about legal requirements to efficiently manage payroll.  This foundational understanding of payroll compliance is a primer for new nonprofits and a reminder of best practices for seasoned employers. Additional resources …

Atlanta has been affectionately nicknamed a “city in a forest” for the amazing tree canopy that surrounds it. Recognizing the importance of this greenspace, Marcia Bansley, in partnership with other community groups and concerned citizens, founded Trees Atlanta in 1985 as a way to preserve and protect Atlanta’s urban forest. Since the first 46 trees were planted on Carnegie Way in 1986, Trees Atlanta has planted 170,000 trees and expanded into a widely recognized organization dedicated to …

A recent case from the federal court in Atlanta provides a good reminder that managers, even mid-level managers, can be held personally liable for violations of minimum wage and overtime pay requirements. The Fair Labor Standards Act holds “employers” responsible for minimum wage and overtime violations.  Under this law, a mid-level manager, who acts in the interest of an employer while supervising an employee, may be considered to be an “employer.” Read this article by Hunton Andrew …