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The End of Hemp Prohibition

December 20, 2018

Written By Tyler J. Russell and Allen N. Trask, III

On Thursday, December 20, President Donald J. Trump signed into law the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“Farm Bill”). “Farm bills” are adopted by…

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Estate Planning Resolutions for 2019

December 20, 2018

Written By Peter B. von Stein

The holiday season soon will have come and gone. For many of us, the start of a new year can be a time of…

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Ward and Smith Sponsors Economic Forecast Forum

December 20, 2018

What will 2019 hold for the state of North Carolina? Find out at the 17th Annual Economic Forecast Forum on Friday, January 4 at the…

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You Can’t Play Hide-And-Go-Seek in Chapter 11

December 19, 2018

Written By Lance P. Martin

In a Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the debtor attempts to reorganize its affairs in a Chapter 11 Plan. When the debtor files its proposed Plan,…

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Social Host Liability: Legal Issues When Hosting Holiday Parties and Other Social Events in NC

December 14, 2018

Written By Jeremy M. Wilson

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Media Mention: Will Oden’s Insightful Discussion For Human Resource Professionals

December 13, 2018

One of the keys to success when running a business is having the right people in the right positions. That’s why having a strong…

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The Affordable Care Act: What’s New in 2018/2019?

December 12, 2018

Written By Devon D. Williams

Over the past several years, there has been much speculation surrounding the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (the “ACA”), including whether it would…