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Lawful Use of Cannabis in North Carolina’s Workplace

November 4, 2022

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The employer/employee relationship is among the most regulated. There are many (some argue too many) federal and state laws that govern how employers may…
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Ward and Smith Celebrated in 2023 Edition of Best Law Firms

November 3, 2022

Ward and Smith shines bright in the 2023 edition of “Best Law Firms.” U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® released their annual rankings that recognize…
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Foreclosure Warning: Property Possessed but Not Owned by a Debtor May Be Subject to the Automatic Stay

November 2, 2022

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Creditors know that a bankruptcy petition automatically halts efforts to collect pre-petition debts from the debtor outside of bankruptcy.  The “automatic stay” provides fundamental…
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Bill Durr to Speak at the 2022 Southeast Strawberry Expo

November 2, 2022

Attorney Bill Durr will be a speaker at the 2022 Southeast Strawberry Expo. The event runs from November 9-11 at the Crowne Plaza in…
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Registration Now Open for Ward and Smith’s 2022 In-House Counsel Seminar

November 2, 2022

Ward and Smith’s signature CLE for corporate counsel is back in person. Registration is now open for the 2022 In-House Counsel Seminar on Friday, December…
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Joanne Badr and Norman Leonard Named Asheville Geographic Team Co-Chairs

November 1, 2022

Ward and Smith is thrilled to announce attorneys Joanne Badr and Norman Leonard as the new Asheville Geographic Team Co-Chairs.  In their new positions, Joanne…
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Lynwood Evans to Speak at the NCBA Environment, Energy & Natural Resources Council Meeting

October 31, 2022

Litigation attorney Lynwood Evans will share his insights about Camp Lejeune Water Contamination claims with members of the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) Environment,…