We’re excited to report that the new budget deal restores sequestered funds to the federal court system. Along with a coalition of other legal organizations, we argued for that restoration. Now, let’s see if the federal courts can fix the … Continue reading
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ACC supports bills to lower taxes on employment discrimination settlements
Though most people don’t think about it very often, legal settlements often involve at least three pockets. There’s the one the money comes from. There’s the one the money goes to. And then there’s Uncle Sam’s. Uncle Sam’s share makes … Continue reading
Nonprofit Organizations Committee Supports Proposed Law De-Listing Cell Phones as Compensation
The ACC Nonprofit Organizations Committee, in a letter to the ranking members of the Finance and Ways and Means Committees, registers its support of S. 144 and H.R. 690, which, if enacted, will delist employer-provided cellular phones, Blackberrys, or Windows … Continue reading
ACC Joins Coalition Letter To Congress Opposing Proposed Litigation Act
ACC joined the Coalition to Protect Privacy, Property, Confidentiality, and Efficiency in the Courts in a letter sent April 24th to both Senate and House Judiciary Committees to register their strong opposition to the Sunshine in Litigation Act of 2009, … Continue reading