Articles

Collection Costs of a Non-Discharged Debt Also Are Non-Discharged

Written By Jameson A.E. Doub and Thomas C. Wolff

Bankruptcy offers debtors an opportunity for a "fresh start," the primary draw for many individuals seeking to unburden themselves of their debt.   A bankruptcy discharge relieves a debtor of their legal obligation t…

Decoding the Recent Changes to North Carolina Code and Zoning Regulations

Written By Alexandra E. Ferri

The North Carolina General Assembly made several significant steps during its 2023 legislative session to respond to the construction and development boom throughout the state and the subsequent delays in permitting and in…

Generative Artificial Intelligence for Legal Departments

Written By Mayukh Sircar, CIPP/US and Genesis E. Torres

In a recent presentation by Ward and Smith attorney Angela Doughty, in-house counsel received an overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI), how it can be used for various legal tasks such as research, discovery, and contrac…

Don't Disrespect the Receivership

Written By Lilian L. Faulconer and Lance P. Martin

A recent decision by the North Carolina Business Court highlights the risks of interfering with property that is part of a receivership estate. The North Carolina Commercial Receivership Act celebrated its three-year anni…

Wire-Fraud, Data Breach, and Phishing: A Live Action Role Play for In House Counsel

Written By Angela P. Doughty, CIPP/US, AIGP and X. Lightfoot

A Swift Debriefing: Rapid Fire Legal Update

Written By Richard J. Crow and Avery J. Locklear

At Ward and Smith's recent In-House Counsel event, four Ward and Smith attorneys shared insights on a variety of legal topics, including updates from the General Assembly, how to navigate insurance policies, a Supreme Cour…