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2024 Employment Law Symposium is Now Fully Accredited: Sign Up Today!

July 22, 2024

Ward and Smith’s 2024 Employment Law Symposium is now fully accredited for continuing education credits across several prestigious organizations.  This year’s symposium, which will be…
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From Emerging Compounds to Forever Chemicals – Navigating Evolving Regulation of and Responsibility for PFAS in the Environment

July 19, 2024

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Written By Amy P. Wang
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have become a focal point of regulatory scrutiny nationwide due to their persistent environmental presence and potential health risks.…
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Drake Brinkley Celebrates Nipro’s Investment and Job Creation in Pitt County

July 18, 2024

Drake Brinkley, Chair of the Greenville Eastern North Carolina (ENC) Alliance Board of Directors, hails Nipro Medical Corporation’s substantial investment in Greenville-Pitt County as…
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Media Mention: Business North Carolina Feature Article by Ken Gray and Avery Locklear

July 17, 2024

Labor and employment attorneys Ken Gray and Avery Locklear penned a thought-provoking article titled “Raising the Rate: DOL Expands Overtime Protections to Millions of…
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Companies Seeking Capital—Be Wary of “Consultants” Who Want to Help

July 16, 2024

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Written By B.T. Atkinson
A significant part of our corporate practice is advising clients who want to raise capital.  For larger, institutional clients who attract the attention of…
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Media Mention: Laura Hudson Discusses Prioritizing Marketing and Business Development with JD Supra

July 15, 2024

Laura Hudson, Ward and Smith’s Chief Marketing Officer, shared her expertise on the critical aspects of prioritizing marketing and business development efforts for mid-sized law…
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Artificial Intelligence and the Patent Application Process: A Synopsis of the Potential Benefits and Risks

July 12, 2024

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Written By Ryan K. Simmons
  The use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools in the patent application process gives rise to a vast array of risks and opportunities for…