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Lance P. Martin Named a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustee

July 3, 2023

Bankruptcy attorney Lance P. Martin has been appointed as a Chapter 7 Panel Trustee for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District…
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SCOTUS Raises Bar for Employers Confronted by Employees’ Requests for Religious Accommodation

June 30, 2023

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Written By Avery J. Locklear and Grant B. Osborne
The U.S. Supreme Court, in a unanimous opinion issued yesterday in Groff vs. Dejoy, changed the standard that most employers must consider and apply…
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Amy Fitzhugh Named Professional Licensing Practice Group Co-Chair

June 29, 2023

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce the appointment of attorney Amy Fitzhugh as co-chair of its Professional Licensing Practice Group. She joins Jim…
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Ward and Smith Achieves Digital Transformation with Fliplet, Charles Collins Speaks on Success

June 28, 2023

Ward and Smith found an ideal remedy to optimize their company operations and performance while staying in tune with the ever-evolving user needs. Leveraging…
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Employers, You Need to Replace Your Mandatory EEOC Poster

June 27, 2023

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Written By Emily G. Massey
As of June 27, 2023, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is in effect.  The PWFA requires covered employers to provide employees with reasonable…
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Michael Fields Earns Spot on NC Lawyers Weekly’s “2023 Health Care Power List”

June 27, 2023

North Carolina Lawyers Weekly is recognizing Michael Fields as a top healthcare attorney in 2023.  Michael’s contributions and unparalleled accomplishments in the field have…
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Attention Vacation Rental Companies: North Carolina Courts Create Reason to Review Procedures for Rental Agreements

June 26, 2023

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Written By Michael J. Parrish
Written rental agreements state the terms, conditions, and rules of a vacation home rental.  The rental agreement may also contain important warnings and notices…

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