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| Members or stockholder classes and rights Part VI line 6 | The organization has members who are eligible plaintiff attorneys in good standing with the American Association for Justice (AAJ). Members participate in governance by electing officers and voting on business matters at scheduled meetings. |
| Member election for additional members Part VI line 7a | Members of the AAJ Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Litigation Groupcomprised of eligible attorneys within the American Association for Justicepossess the right to elect officers during the groups regular meetings, typically held in conjunction with AAJs national conventions. Voting members may nominate and elect individuals to serve in officer roles, including Chair, Chair-Elect, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and Parliamentarian. Members may also propose or support motions to remove officers for cause in accordance with AAJ group governance procedures and bylaws. All such actions are subject to AAJ oversight and adherence to the organizations broader governance structure. Members elect officers and may vote on key group decisions during annual and mid-year meetings. Certain actions, such as bylaw amendments or leadership changes, are subject to member approval under AAJ policy. |
| Governing body decisions Part VI line 7b | Members elect officers and may vote on key group decisions during annual and mid-year meetings. Certain actions, such as bylaw amendments or leadership changes, are subject to member approval under AAJ policy. |
| Form 990 governing body review Part VI line 11 | The Form 990 for the AAJ Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Litigation Group is prepared and reviewed under the oversight of the American Association for Justice (AAJ). A copy of the completed Form 990 is provided to the groups officers prior to filing. The governing officers are given an opportunity to review the return and provide feedback. Final review and submission are conducted in coordination with AAJs financial and compliance teams to ensure accuracy and alignment with AAJ policies and IRS requirements. A draft of Form 990 is made available to the groups officers for review prior to filing. Final review is conducted in coordination with AAJs finance and compliance teams. |
| Conflict of interest policy compliance Part VI line 12c | The AAJ Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Litigation Group adheres to the conflict of interest policy established by the American Association for Justice (AAJ). Compliance is monitored by requiring all officers and governing members to annually disclose any potential conflicts of interest. In the event of a potential conflict, the individual must recuse themselves from discussions and votes related to the matter. The AAJ provides oversight to ensure that all group actions remain in compliance with its conflict of interest policy, and any breaches are addressed according to AAJ disciplinary procedures. The AAJ TBI Litigation Group follows the conflict of interest policy maintained by AAJ. Officers are required to disclose any potential conflicts, and individuals recuse themselves when appropriate. AAJ oversees compliance. |
| Governing documents etc available to public Part VI line 19 | Governing documents, policies, and relevant financial information are available to members through the AAJ member portal or upon request through the AAJ national office. The organization adheres to AAJs written document retention and destruction policy, which outlines required retention periods and procedures for secure disposal of records. |
| Part VII response or note to any other line in Part VII | The AAJ Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Litigation Group is a specialized litigation group operating under the umbrella of the American Association for Justice (AAJ). Membership in the TBI Litigation Group is open to qualified members of the AAJ who meet specific eligibility criteria. Members have the right to participate in the governance of the group, including electing officers during scheduled business meetings. Voting members approve leadership roles such as Chair, Chair-Elect, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and Parliamentarian. These members are also entitled to receive updates on group activities and participate in member-only resources, such as listservs and newsletters. Members do not have equity or ownership interest in the group, and |
| General explanation attachment | Schedule I, Part II, Column (h) Purpose of Grant (continued): sponsorship of BIAA Luminary Award Dinner; partial reimbursement of BIAA Pop-up event (paid to Schorr Law Firm for BIAAs benefit); general charitable contribution |
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