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Contract Smarter, Not Harder: Best Practices for Entering into and Managing HOA Vendor Agreements

November 7, 2025

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In general, Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs) in North Carolina are responsible for managing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing common areas, as well as upholding community standards…
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Helping Clients Build Stronger Communities — and Classrooms

November 7, 2025

Ward and Smith is proud to celebrate two recent wins that reflect our commitment to helping clients strengthen North Carolina communities through strategic legal,…
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Ward and Smith Ranked by Best Law Firms® in 2026

November 6, 2025

Ward and Smith, P.A., has been recognized in the 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms®. The firm was ranked by Best Law Firms in 30 practice…
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Jeremy Wilson Inducted into the American Board of Trial Advocates

November 6, 2025

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that Jeremy Wilson, leader of the firm’s Personal Injury and Wrongful Death practice, has been inducted into the…
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Litigation, Insurance, and Business Losses: The Many Costs of Hiring Bad Drivers

November 4, 2025

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For many businesses—whether delivering goods, transporting equipment, or simply sending employees on the road—hiring safe, reliable drivers is essential. But what happens when a…
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Litigators, Sharpen Your Appellate Skills with the NCAJ’s Appellate Webinar Series with Chris Edwards

November 3, 2025

Winning on appeal starts long before the notice is filed — and continues through every step of the process. This three-part virtual CLE series,…
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Friend or Fraudster: How a Contractor Scam Artist Drove a Company Into Bankruptcy

October 31, 2025

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Written By Lance P. Martin
Property owners beware: that friendly contractor who becomes “like family” might just set you up for financial ruin. A recent decision from the United…