Nonprofit Basics: Meeting Minutes Best Practices
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A California corporation is required to keep "minutes of the proceedings of its shareholders, board and committees of the board". Cal. Corp. Code § 1500. Minutes are required to be open to inspection upon the written demand...more
In recent years, we have witnessed a sharp increase in the number of lawsuits filed in Israel against officers and directors of companies and a broadening of the scope of their liability. As a result of their roles, directors...more
BB&K Business Attorney Brian Reider Discusses the Importance of Minute Books in the Southern California Newspaper Group - Looking back at the year, one recurring theme emerges with corporate clients and their...more
Among the many elements of corporate housekeeping and compliance that demand the time and attention of directors and officers (and staff), minutes often seem like a burden. No one doubts that minutes matter. A...more
Suppose that a corporation’s bylaws includes the following two provisions: 1. The Board of Directors shall consist of one or more members, the number thereof to be determined from time to time by the Board...more
Many first-time entrepreneurs have never participated in a formal board meeting. After an initial round of financing, regular board meetings become a reality. Preparing for board meetings can be time consuming and daunting....more
For the last six years, Amerco as included a rather unique stockholder proposal in its proxy statement. It’s there again this year. Basically, it asks the stockholders to ratify and affirm all decisions and actions by...more