November 16-December 15, 2008
Last Issue: October 16-November 15, 2008
Ponzi Victims May Sue Pastor
Who Introduced Them to Scheme
Court dismisses claims for fraud and misrepresentation
but allows claims under state securities law
Full Article (free)
Attorneys Not Liable for Advice
In Nonprofit Ponzi Scheme
Since trustee stands in shoes of debtor,
claim is barred under doctrine of in pari delicto
May Merged Children’s Home
Retain Income from Trusts?
Court reverses trial court’s summary judgment
cutting off funds from two trusts
Nonprofit Law YOU Need to Know
Can founder lock self into new nonprofit?
Can charity hire lobbyist?
Deduct costs of donated property?
May I deduct costs of vet care and food for shelter?
May president serve on board of competitor?
How do we deal with suspected theft?
- Kramer, Emerson to present
New Form 990: Public Relations Opportunity or Trap for the Unwary - Talk with the Editor, March 3, 2009
To the Point
The bylaws of a 501(c)(3) organization provide that a Director will serve 3 years. The state nonprofit corporation law provides that unless otherwise stated, a Director will serve 1 year. Can a Director continue to serve indefinitely after serving a 3-year term?Answer
Lessons from Litigation Full Article
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No presumption of undue influence
for lawyer named executor of will - Church not liable for accident after sale
Tax Matters Full Article
- Informal claim sufficient to start refund process
- Non-accredited school qualifies for exemption
Employment Law Full Article
- Retaliation for complaining of conflict
is not cause of action under ADA - DOL gives guidance on scope of FLSA
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