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Winning While Losing with Attorneys’ Fees Provisions

February 14, 2018

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Written By Lance P. Martin
The United States District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina recently issued a decision that demonstrates the power of attorneys’ fees provisions…
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Ward and Smith Sponsors Greenville Heart Ball

February 12, 2018

Get ready to dance the night away for a great cause. The American Heart Association is bringing its Heart Ball to Greenville this Saturday,…
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Exclusive Use Provisions in Commercial Leases

February 9, 2018

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Written By Justin M. Lewis
Exclusive use provisions are common in commercial leases, especially in large shopping centers with many tenants. An exclusive use provision essentially allows a tenant…
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Cheers! Ward and Smith Sponsors AVL Beer Expo

February 8, 2018

North Carolina is home to more than 245 breweries, and this month you’ll have a chance to sample more than 30 beers from more…
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Wes Camden and John Martin Named in “Top 100: NC Super Lawyers” List

February 8, 2018

First, they were recognized by “Super Lawyers.” Now, North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine is singling out two Ward and Smith attorneys for being the…
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Media Mention: NC Lawyers Weekly Highlights Dismissal in Ward and Smith Patent Infringement Case

February 5, 2018

Can you patent an abstract idea? The answer is no, according to U.S. District Court Judge Terrence Boyle. In January 2018, Judge Boyle dismissed…