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August 16-31, 2011
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Court Directs Use of Cy Pres
To Change Terms of Charitable Gift
Individuals, nonprofit and state had all agreed
to unravel impractical restrictions on donation
Social Security Benefits Don’t Count
For Permitting Gifts in Bankruptcy
15% limit for charitable contributions is
based on gross annual income without social security
Scout Leader Protected
By Volunteer Protection Act
Court dismisses negligence claim against
father of scout accused of sexual abuse
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
Issues
Notes
This Year in Nonprofit Law -Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Talk with the Editor, September 29
To the Point
I am a board member of a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit wholly controlled by a 501(c)(7) tax-exempt social club. We are concerned about the issue of commingling funds. What are the key points for us to keep in mind?
Lessons from Litigation
Full
Article
Insurer has duty to defend against assault claim
Questions about federal exemption not basis for removal of case
Pastor’s prosecution for theft is not excessive entanglement
No smoking ordinance may be applied to private club
Tax
Matters Full
Article
Support of for-profit affiliates costs nonprofit real estate tax exemption
Employment Law Full
Article
Founder’s status does not prevent suit for failure to stop harassment
Agency employees "engaged in commerce" covered by FLSA
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