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Transparency in Homeowners Associations in North Carolina: The Good, the Bad, and the Risky

June 24, 2025

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Written By Alexander C. Dale
Community and homeowners’ association managers and board members often walk a fine line when it comes to transparency. While openness fosters trust among members,…
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Devon Williams Joins the Red Shoe Crew in Support of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Triangle

June 23, 2025

Devon Williams, Co-Managing Director of Ward and Smith and a leading employment law attorney, has joined the Red Shoe Crew, a networking and service…
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The Art of Effective Disciplinary Documentation: A Practical Guide for Manufacturing Managers

June 20, 2025

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Written By S. McKinley Gray, III and Avery J. Locklear
Manufacturing managers regularly hear complaints about employee behavior that are difficult to address: “John is rude in meetings.” “Sarah has a bad attitude.” “Mark…
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Christina Cress Named to Wilmington Chamber’s 2025 40 Under 40 List

June 19, 2025

Ward and Smith attorney Christina Cress has been named to the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 40 Under 40 Awards List, which honors rising…
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Building Momentum: A Recap of Ward and Smith’s 2025 Construction Conference

June 18, 2025

On May 15, business owners and professionals from North Carolina’s construction industry gathered at NC State’s Park Alumni Center for Ward and Smith’s 2025…
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Risky Business: What Lawyers Who Fight Insurance Companies Want You to Know About Your Business Insurance Portfolio

June 17, 2025

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Written By Allen N. Trask, III and Amy H. Wooten
We are attorneys and don’t sell or broker insurance. Yet, we’re writing to alert business owners of a direct threat posed by a “set…
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Media Mention: NC Bar Foundation Spotlights McIntyre Youth Leadership Challenge

June 16, 2025

The North Carolina Bar Foundation recently featured the 2025 McIntyre Youth Leadership Challenge in a story celebrating the power of civic engagement and student…

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