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The Case for Copyright Exceptions and Fair Use

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Such action, the Court decided, didn’t constitute copyright infringement because it was fair use , that is, a limitation and exception to the exclusive rights granted by copyright law to the author of a creative work. It also underscores just how critical a balanced copyright law is for technology innovation. copyright law.

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How to Start a Nonprofit: 12 Essential Steps for Success

Bloomerang

Look into relevant laws regarding starting a nonprofit in your community. For example, different states have different processes for filing articles of incorporation and the fees required. Look into pro-bono services offered by local bar associations or law firms. You can either file Form 1023 or 1023-EZ.

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Authorized Entities Trusted Intermediaries

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

and as far as I know, most of the other exceptions) law, there is no approval or authorization by other entities, whether government, publishing industry or the disability consumer organizations. that has ever been filed on this point. that has ever been filed on this point. This is a crucial point.

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How to Set Up Your Nonprofit Accounting System RIGHT So it Helps You Grow

Get Fully Funded

There’s nothing to really manage and definitely not enough to justify spending money on Accounting software. Filling Out Form 990 or Other Government Reports Having an organized Accounting system can make your tax filing a breeze. A professional CPA will take full responsibility if anything in your filings is inaccurate.

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Accessibility Excitement in Geneva

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

This is totally the “how sausage and law are made” view, so don’t read this unless you want to know more about global accessibility in detail! WIPO has a mandate from its member states, and is working to address the need to change laws and get more accessible books flowing. law works: the one that made Bookshare possible.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] How to be Appropriately Kind to In-Kind Donors?

Bloomerang

Organizations subject to an annual audit by an independent accountant must also meet the GAAP standards; some may be required to do this by state law, or the terms and conditions set by a lender, grantor, or other key constituent. But definitely list them! And, in so doing, think from your donor’s perspective. See some examples here ).

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How Do Fundraiser Bonds Protect Nonprofits?

ASU Lodestar Center

A simple surety bond definition explains that surety bonds join three parties together into legally binding contracts. In summary, if you work with a nonprofit organization that has decided to use a professional fundraiser, be sure the individual or company is licensed according to state laws.