Employment Law Posting Requirements
Numerous federal and state laws require nonprofit employers to post notices at the job site describing employee rights. These posting requirements seek to educate employees about their rights under the law. Unsure about which postings are required and where they should…
Tax Compliance for Fundraising Events
‘Tis the season for lively charitable fundraising events such as galas, dinners, and other creative gatherings. However, fundraising events, whether in-person or virtual, can also cause unintended headaches if tax compliance issues are overlooked.
Insurance 101 for Nonprofits
Navigating the insurance-buying process can be a complex and challenging task for any nonprofit leader. However, in the current state of the insurance industry, which is seeing generally rising costs due to increased litigation and inflation, which drives the cost…
Considerations for Nonprofit Partnership and Consolidation
When nonprofits consider a new partnership or even combining forces in a more integrated way, understanding the options for structuring a nonprofit combination can help shape initial discussions and pose important considerations for boards. This article outlines common types of…
Issues Ohio Nonprofit Employers May Face in Dealing with Out-of-State Remote Workers
In part because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and advances in technologies such as Zoom, remote work is growing rapidly in the United States. As a result, employers of all kinds are becoming increasingly willing to hire employees who will work…
Caregiver Discrimination? EEOC Provides Updated Guidance
This spring, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) provided updated guidance regarding caregiver discrimination under federal employment laws in light of COVID-19 and its aftermath. Except for those with few employees, most nonprofit employers are subject to federal employment laws…
Nonprofits: How to Enhance Your Internal Controls
As with every type of organization, nonprofits are at risk of falling victim to costly acts of fraud and tend to have some common characteristics that can make them particularly susceptible to such schemes. This article addresses steps and suggested…
Nonprofit Brand Protection Options: Common Law Trademarks, State Registration & Federal Registration
Many nonprofit organizations seek to protect their key brands with trademarks. This article will provide guidance in choosing how to best protect them through trademark. For instance, depending on the reach of your organization and your budget, a “common law”…
Nonprofits and Charities Might Attract More Donors with Improved Website Content and Attention to Privacy
You may have already heard that it is important for your nonprofit’s website to post a privacy policy. Did you also know that copying and pasting a policy from another source is not a good idea? Or that donors and…