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Messy "Real Life" LARP: An Employer's Accident Response Deconstructed for In-House Counsel

Written By Justin T. Hill and Hayley R. Wells

During Ward and Smith’s annual Employment Law Symposium, three attorneys provided insights on a fictional construction company's reaction to a serious job site accident. In the session, the attorneys shed light on k…

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Navigating the Latest Employment Law Developments: What Employers Need to Know

Written By Will Oden and Grant B. Osborne

Five Ward and Smith attorneys offered timely updates on religious accommodations, professional licensing, pregnancy laws, remote work, and independent contractor rules during the firm’s recent annual Employment Law S…

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The Corporate Transparency Act: Your Questions, Answered

Written By Adam M. Beaudoin and Matthew A. Jones

Confused by what you've read about the Corporate Transparency Act? You're not alone. Read on to learn what it is, who it applies to, what it will do, and the requirements for compliance. What is the Corporate Transparenc…

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Plaintiffs Attorneys on What Employers Should Know Today

Written By X. Lightfoot and Avery J. Locklear

In a discussion led by employment law attorney Will Oden, two experienced North Carolina employment attorneys who represent employees shared insights on their respective practices representing employees, and best practices…

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Purchases and Sales of an Incorporated Business: Asset Acquisitions and Stock Sales

Written By John D. Perry

There are two primary ways to structure the taxable purchase and sale of an incorporated business.  The parties may engage in an asset acquisition, in which the buyer purchases assets directly from the target corpora…

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Healthy Financial Planning: Factoring in the Rising Costs of Insurance Premiums

Written By Isabelle M. Chammas and Eric J. Remington

As part of their financial planning and risk-management practices, business owners should regularly take stock of their insurance to ensure that they have the right types and amounts of coverage. In doing so, business own…

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