Activity Telephone Seminars

Commonly Encountered Sales and Use Tax Audit Issues and Strategies to Defuse Them ...to vaguely worded and outdated statutes. Heightened audit activity, the states' shifting tax policies and a new wave of proposed sales tax legislation all serve to highlight the importance of staying current on tax law while minding your business operations. Failing to do so may lead to unexpected sales tax assessments upon audit. Benefits of attending this live audio conference include  more...

Impact of NLRA on Nonunion Employers ...heir mutual aid and protection and to engage in concerted activity to better their working conditions or protest those conditions. Although these actions usually occur in a union setting, nonunion employees also enjoy these protections and rights. Additionally, although nonunion employers are not bound to or confined by a collective bargaining agreement, the implementation of certain employer  more...

Form 990 Survival Guide - the Form, Unrelated Business Income (UBI) Tax Issues and Practical Solutions ...ely. With renewed emphasis on the filing due to IRS audit activity and sophisticated contributor analysis, this program will go through the respective parts of the form in detail, and provide tips on completing the form in an accurate, informative and concise manner. Additionally, the program will focus on the core elements of UBI and recent developments in UBI filings and rulings. Everyone  more...

Conducting Successful HR Audits ...To help you improve the effectiveness of your HR auditing activity, this live audio conference reviews and discusses current HR auditing techniques, techniques of employment practices risk assessment, key HR audit areas and the five critical components of an HR audit. This live audio conference is designed for human resource managers, personnel managers, controllers, accountants, presidents,  more...

HIPAA Security Compliance Challenges after the HITECH Act ...n ever need to be in compliance, and HHS compliance audit activity and enforcement penalties are both increased, especially in instances of willful neglect of compliance. If your security fails, you now may be liable under breach notification requirements, which have significant financial and reputational ramifications on top of penalties. If you are now taking on an EHR, it's especially  more...

Unrelated Business Income Tax ...activity in the charitable sector by federal and state regulatory agencies has mandated that professionals take a proactive approach into all aspects of this important and very diverse sector. The tax-exempt community is under a microscope. Problems that a few years ago might have gone unnoticed now get picked up and widely broadcast. Recent IRS compliance initiatives in governance,  more...

Section 199 Deduction for Qualified Construction Activities Income BenefitsAs IRC 199 was billed as a manufacturing incentive, most people associate the IRC 199 domestic production deduction with manufacturing activities. However, the deduction, by its own terms, expressly applies to the construction and real estate development industries. As the phase-in of the deduction became complete in tax years beginning in 2010, construction contractors may be eligible for  more...

Enhanced Foreign Asset Reporting Rules for 2011: An Update on FBAR and FATCA Requirements BenefitsFor the past three years, much attention has been focused on offshore bank accounts and the obligation of U.S. taxpayers to report such accounts on the much-heralded Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts or 'FBAR' form. The FBAR rules require taxpayers to annually report whether they have a financial interest in, or signature or other authority over, foreign bank accounts, and  more...

Guidance on Lobbying and Political Campaign Activities of 501(c)(3) Organizations ...h penalties - with respect to both lobbying and political activity. Lobbying is permitted, but only in specific circumstances. Political activity is never permitted. This live audio conference will explain, in plain-English, how to avoid the pitfalls and how to take advantage of the opportunities available to 501(c)(3) organizations. Practical guidance will be provided as to the types of  more...

How to Revitalize an Impoverished Neighborhood: Thirty Years of Successful Green Urbanism ...s into two-way as a way to increase home values, business activity and reduce crimes. He will show how green transportation means greater economic prosperity for the community by getting people to reduce car usage and walk or bike to work. In one university neighborhood, he will show how adding bike infrastructure and culture will increase spending on local goods by $68 million dollars a year.  more...

Bikeway Design Principles, Planning, and Best Practices ...gaining popularity in the United States as a recreational activity and a utilitarian mode of transportation. By expanding their bikeway networks, cities throughout the US have increased bicycle ridership and broadened the transportation options available in their community. However, significant barriers to bicycling keep many could-be riders off of their bikes. Additionally, limited  more...

New Disclosures Required on the Credit Quality of Finance Receivables and the Allowance for Credit Losses under FASB ASU 2010-2 ... 15, 2010, for public companies. Specific items regarding activity that occurred before the issuance of the ASU, such as the allowance roll forward will be required for periods beginning on or after December 15, 2010, for public companies. Disclosures will be effective for periods ending after December 15, 2011, for private companies. This audio conference is designed for accountants,  more...

Recent Developments in Material Participation for LLCs and LLPs BenefitsThe IRS has been actively auditing and disallowing losses claimed by owners of businesses organized as limited liability entities on the grounds that the owners do not materially participate in the operations of the business. The critical element of the IRS's attack is that members of a limited liability entity are, under applicable treasury regulations, equivalent to limited partners in a  more...

Tax Issues of Social Media and Internet Activities for Nonprofits ...e exempt organization tax issues associated with internet activity: generating revenue through web-based activities, managing the internet presence of multiple affiliate entities, and avoiding unexpected traps in the use of emerging social media. Join two of the nation's leading nonprofit attorneys as they navigate the top online tax issues for nonprofits and what your organization should be  more...

Land Use Law Update ...tical steps to the ultimate success of any development or activity. A review of several key land use issues relating to federal land use laws, alternative energy and the ever-evolving law on governmental takings of property will be discussed. Additionally, you will receive an update on recent land use decisions having far-reaching effects. We will offer practical and strategic insights for  more...

Labor Law: Could 2011 Be the Turning Point for Unions? ...e reform, 2011 could prove to be a pivotal year for union activity. What businesses may not be aware of, are many proposed, smaller amendments to NLRA and NLRB rules - when coupled with some form of passage of the Employee Free Choice Act - could prove to be disastrous for employers lacking knowledge and experience against a revitalized union organizing campaign. How might the card check  more...

Recruiting on a Limited Budget: Proven Low and No Cost Tools and Approaches ...ercent of organizations expected the volume of recruiting activity in their organization to increase significantly in the current year, only 18 percent received an increase in budget on par with the forecasted increase in demand. Despite increasing complexity attributed to changing workforce demographics, increasing global competition, changing societal interests and evolving technology, the  more...

Ohio Commercial Activity Tax Update: Now Fully Phased in, What We Have Learned and What We Can Expect Going Forward ...net worth based corporate franchise tax to the commercial activity tax, or CAT. In addition to the CAT, in recent years a number of states have made significant changes to their income and franchise tax regimes, which has created a complex and arduous landscape for companies' state income tax compliance departments to navigate through. This teleconference will provide some relief, at least in  more...

Mortgage Foreclosures in Illinois ... critical to protecting their rights. Given the increased activity in the purchase of distressed assets, potential investors and buyers also need to understand what is involved, knowing when and how to invest or buy. A better appreciation of foreclosures can also lead to alternative approaches, which can be of benefit to all parties. Illinois mortgage foreclosures will be examined step-by-step  more...

Political Law Update: The Latest Developments in Election Law, Lobbyist Regulation and Political Activity Compliance BenefitsThe past two years have been a watershed period for the law of elections, politics and lobbying. At every level of government, across all 50 states, government regulation of elections, politics and lobbying is increasing in scope and changing rapidly. The Supreme Court's landmark decision in Citizens United v. FEC recognized the First Amendment right of business corporations to expressly  more...

Improve Productivity While Staying Compliant: Implementing Quality Procedures ...ortance of a strong process for minimizing nonvalue added activity, refining process capability and reliability, and designing quality at the source. This is a case study of how an organization was able to use this blended approach to solve quality problems in a regulated environment. Manufacturing engineers, presidents, vice presidents, plant managers, quality control personnel, operation  more...

Understanding LEED for Existing Buildings Operations and Maintenance ... (including chemical use), recycling programs, purchasing activity, transportation integration and exterior maintenance programs. LEED EB helps building owners and operators assess the performance of their buildings and assists in the identification of goals and strategies that allow uniform consideration of improvements. This teleconference will help you understand how the U.S. Green  more...

Implications of the Stimulus Package on HIPAA ...g and accounting of disclosures and increased enforcement activity. This teleconference will help you understand what you have to do and when, and what to keep in mind as you move forward in order to be prepared for compliance with the new regulations. The teleconference, newly updated with the latest information, will provide a comprehensive look at the changes in the law and prepare you for  more...

Dealing with Employee Gambling in the Workplace ... the risks and potential rewards of this common workplace activity. From crafting practical responses, to day-to-day issues caused by workplace gambling, to responding to more serious issues such as employee addiction, fraud and theft, this teleconference will assist you in understanding and analyzing the legal, practical and cultural implications of workplace gambling. Human resource  more...

Determining the Best Service Delivery Options for Public Works and Utility Projects: In-House or Contract? ...inciples and techniques for determining when a project or activity is best delivered by in-house staff, through a contract with a neighboring government or a private contractor, or a combined approach with some tasks performed in-house and others by a contractor. The teleconference will present a practical, nuts-and-bolts approach with examples to help you determine how public works services  more...

Strategies to Attain Grants for Your Classroom BenefitsThis teleconference will discuss the tremendous potential of obtaining new revenue to support educational classroom activity, school-wide programs and district projects. We will detail the organizational, planning and collaborative efforts necessary to successfully compete for and receive educational funding. Teachers, special education teachers, principals, vice principals, school  more...

Nonprofit Joint Ventures - Partnering with For Profit Organizations ...activity between tax-exempts and for-profit entities is again on the upswing. Despite evolution in business conditions, the IRS positions governing this complex area of law have not eased and can be difficult to apply to complex structures. This teleconference will enable you to learn how to structure joint ventures that make business sense without exposing the tax-exempt participant to undue  more...

Current Issues in Development Impact Fees ...actions imposed as conditions of approval for development activity continue to multiply and play an increasingly dominant role in the development approval process. Public agencies, from cities to regional air quality regulators to local sanitation districts, increasingly depend upon fee-type revenues not only to address needs for public facilities directly attributable to new development but  more...

Increasing the Effectiveness and Efficiency of Manufacturing Logistics nIn manufacturing logistics, the first priority is providing the right support to make production flow smoothly and put out the goods the company sells. This is effectiveness. The second priority is to provide this support without wasting human, technical or financial resources. This is efficiency. What most companies do in logistics is pursue efficiency at the expense of effectiveness, curtailing  more...

Key Components of an Effective Mentor Program ...h away from risky behavior (e.g., drugs, alcohol and gang activity) and improving their academic performance. n nIt is widely accepted that one of the most popular and powerful initiatives to create positive youth development is mentoring. New research reports a reduction in depression among youth who are mentored as well as improvements in self esteem, social skills, peer and family  more...

Differing Site Conditions ... site conditions continues to be a major source of claims activity during and after many construction projects. This teleconference will discuss the various scenarios involving differing site condition claims and how the construction industry deals with those claims, both via contract and in the courts. By attending, you will be more prepared to keep on the look-out for those situations where  more...

Current Issues in Construction Lending ...activity nationwide and the inability to sell developed lots, completed homes, condominiums and to lease-up commercial buildings, the focus of bankers has shifted to portfolio management as opposed to new business development. With this in mind, this teleconference will review loan portfolio techniques and strategies required to stay on top of troubled borrowers who cannot sell their products.  more...