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Time for a Checkup: Recent Federal Efforts Regarding Telehealth – Part I

October 28, 2020

Written By J. Michael Fields

The public health emergency (PHE) for COVID-19 has brought about many changes to the way healthcare is practiced, delivered, and reimbursed. This article will…

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Ward and Smith Recognized in 2021 Benchmark Litigation

October 27, 2020

Ward and Smith is thrilled to announce that the firm has been ranked in the 2021 edition of Benchmark Litigation, the definitive guide to the…

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Alex Dale and Gary Rickner Named “Litigation Stars” in Benchmark Litigation 2021

October 27, 2020

The definitive guide to America’s leading litigation firms and attorneys is recognizing two Ward and Smith attorneys. Benchmark Litigation has named Alex Dale and…

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Ken Gray and X. Lightfoot to Speak at SEACAA Pre-Conference Event

October 26, 2020

Labor and employment attorneys Ken Gray and X. Lightfoot will kick off a pre-conference day event during the Southeastern Association of Community Action Agencies’…

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Issues Impacting Enforceability of Liquidated Damages in Construction Contracts

October 23, 2020

Written By William S. Durr

Liquidated damages are a sum specified in a contract as the measure of recovery in the event of a breach of the contract.…

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Happy 2020 Paralegal Day!

October 23, 2020

We’re celebrating our paralegals! Today, October 23, is National Paralegal Day. It’s a wonderful opportunity to recognize those who wear many hats in the law…

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Political Speech in the Workplace (And What – If Anything – To Do About It)

October 21, 2020

Written By Justin T. Hill and Grant B. Osborne

Politics could hardly be more conspicuous these days. A monumental presidential election looms on the horizon, and it seems that everyone has an opinion.…