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Employment Law Attorney Grant Osborne to Talk FMLA Basics at NCBA Meeting

February 1, 2018

You may know that FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), and Workers’ Compensation allow employers to grant time off…
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Ward and Smith Sponsors Wilmington Chamber Annual Meeting

January 30, 2018

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce our sponsorship of the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce‘s 151st Annual Meeting. The yearly event is a chance…
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Media Mention: Zac Lamb on “The Importance of Having an Estate Plan” in Asheville Citizen-Times

January 26, 2018

Many people spend more time planning their vacations than planning their estates. It’s not a fun activity, but as estate planning attorney Zac Lamb…
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30 Ward and Smith Attorneys Recognized as 2018 ‘Super Lawyers’ and ‘Rising Stars’

January 25, 2018

Super Lawyers is recognizing 30 Ward and Smith attorneys in its 2018 “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars” lists. These lists are published annually in the…
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Environmental Attorney Amy Wang to Speak at NC Chamber Conference

January 22, 2018

In recent years, environmental concerns have led people to become more conscientious of their impact on the planet. It’s also impacting how companies conduct…
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Ward and Smith Becomes 2018 “Data Privacy Day” Champion

January 18, 2018

Ward and Smith is supporting Data Privacy Day 2018 as a Data Privacy Day Champion. Our commitment is part of an international effort held annually…
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Muddy Waters: Stormwater Permits Not Meant to Control Flooding or Flood Losses

January 17, 2018

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Written By Amy P. Wang
Those living in communities subject to North Carolina Stormwater Permits or local stormwater management easement agreements are increasingly alarmed as rainy weather, even without…