501(c)(3) public charities can and should be advocates for change. Public charities can express support or opposition to laws and ballot issues, they can contact lawmakers, and they can mobilize others to do the same. While 501(c)(3) public charities are…
501(c)(3) public charities can and should be advocates for change. Public charities can express opposition to laws, they can work towards change, and they can get out the vote. They are often in the best position to advocate on behalf…
Recent court cases have significant implications for charitable organizations that use race as a factor in grantmaking. Litigation in this area is evolving quickly, and charitable organizations should carefully consult with an attorney when considering grants where race is a…
When a 501(c)(3) public charity has access to its clients’ health information, a question often arises as to whether the organization must comply with the Health Insurance Portability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). In this article, we provide an overview of…
In April 2024, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released an update to its enforcement guidance on workplace harassment, almost 25 years after the EEOC last published guidance on this topic. Workplace harassment claims have become a serious matter…
LEGAL ALERT On April 23, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its final rule regarding the salary threshold for overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This development will significantly impact employers, as it affects compliance obligations,…
LEGAL ALERT Nonprofits with trademarks have likely experienced being the target of scams related to their trademark registrations. The scams have been growing in sophistication and arise at every step of the trademark registration process. We want to make our…
Nonprofits constantly face both internal and external challenges as they strive to fulfill their missions. Regardless of whether things are going well or if your organization is considering closing its doors, it is important for leadership to assess if a…
Bryan Pautsch, CPA, J.D. and James Alex Bramer, CPA, Dean Dorton This article presents general guidelines for Ohio nonprofit organizations as of the date written and should not be construed as legal advice. Always consult an attorney to address your…
LEGAL ALERT Does your nonprofit utilize independent contractors? On January 10, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its long-anticipated final rule formally revising its guidelines for classifying workers as employees or independent contractors under the federal Fair Labor Standards…
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