LAW Flashcards
What is the articles of incorporation
-A contract between the state and the organization -Contains statements of purpose, powers, and other aspects required by law -includes: name, address, legal agent, purpose, nonprofit status, whether there are bylaws, membership, number of directors and officers, committees, procedures and names of incorporators
What are bylaws
-Rules for internal organization and governance -Usually not required by state -Establishes rules that provide consistency and continuity of operations -Defines the relationship between org and members -Articles of incorporation trumps bylaws -Authority to amend rests with members -Gives general guidance on dues structure, number of directors, functions of staff etc. -Should be available to all members
What does LERP stand for
Legal, Ethical, Reasonable/Relational, Practical/procedural
What is Amicus Brief
Intended to develop and expand on arguments
It cites new connections and interesting info related to other cases to call to the courts’ attention
What is a requirement for 501c6 to disclose related to charitable contributions
A statement must be displayed on invoices or other requests for payments when donors assume that contributions are tax deductible but they are not. Failure to comply is a $1000 per offense
What is a whistleblower
a person who raises a concern about wrongdoings occurring in the organization.
Whistleblower act protects these individuals from being fired.
What is a registered agent
A person that receives official notices to the entity and can be served with papers if the entity is sued.
Often the agent has to reside in same state as the incorporation
What is LEED certified structure
A building that has received the US Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) designation
What is a force majeure clause
A performance contract clause which excuses a party from liability should a performance be prevented due to discruptive circumstances beyond that party’s control. For example, natural disasters, war etc
What is a foundation
a subsidiaries that are formed for 501c3 in order to fulfill a special educational or charitable need.
Whatis inurement
when a transaction or exchange occurs whereby an individual with a personal interest acquires economic gain through the funds or assets. Examples, payment of dividends, transferrign property for less than fair market value
Private inurement
IRS condmens this can revoke non profit status. Can impose an exise tax
What is disaster doctrine recovery
a crisis planning process that helps anticipate areas like service interruptions, emergency incident assessment and operational impact.
What are the critical considerations for vendor agreements
- Service delivery 2. performance 3. disaster recovery 4. security 5. risk management
What are some potential antitrust violations
Fixed prices; allocated markets; restricted access; restraint of trade