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Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire: The Raging Legislative Battle Over Smokable Hemp

July 23, 2019

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Written By Tyler J. Russell and Allen N. Trask, III
Hemp and its derivatives – including hemp-derived cannabidiol (“CBD”) – were previously classified as Schedule I controlled substances under the Controlled Substances Act of…
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Paul Fanning Joins UNCA Alumni Association Board of Directors

July 22, 2019

Creditors’ rights attorney Paul Fanning has joined the University of North Carolina Asheville Alumni Association as one of its newest board of directors.  In…
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Now Available: Program Material from Workplace Harassment CLE

July 18, 2019

On August 14, Ward and Smith partnered with the Research Triangle Area Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (RTAC-ACC) to provide an interactive session for…
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Supreme Court: Rejection of a Trademark License by a Bankrupt Licensor Doesn’t Terminate the License

July 17, 2019

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Written By Norman J. Leonard
What happens if you are a trademark licensee and your licensor files for bankruptcy protection?  Can the licensor unilaterally terminate your license and prohibit…
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Media Mention: Zac Lamb on Talking with Your Family About Money

July 16, 2019

Back in May, trusts and estates attorney Zac Lamb was invited to speak to Joel Adams Investment clients about how to raise financially savvy children…
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Will Oden to Speak at Wilmington Safety School Conference

July 15, 2019

Labor and employment attorney Will Oden will be sharing his insights on how to survive an OSHA investigation at the Wilmington Safety School conference. The…
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Don’t Jump Without a Parachute! Understanding Community Association Insurance Needs

July 12, 2019

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Written By Adam M. Beaudoin
In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, many Community Associations located in the Eastern part of the state had a rude awakening when they discovered…

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