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X. Lightfoot to Speak at Triangle SHRM’s June Chapter Meeting

June 11, 2025

Six months into 2025, the workplace is shifting—fast. From sweeping executive orders on labor practices to new federal priorities on pay equity, workplace safety,…

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Tick Tock, Tick Tock: Employers Face Final EEO-1 Component Filing Deadline

June 10, 2025

Written By X. Lightfoot

The clock is ticking for covered employers to submit EEO-1 Component 1 reports. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) opened the 2024 EEO-1…

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Four Ward and Smith Attorneys Named 2025 IP Stars by Managing IP

June 9, 2025

Ward and Smith is proud to announce that four of our attorneys have been named 2025 IP Stars by Managing IP, a prestigious recognition…

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Meet 2025 Summer Associate Pierce Shipway

June 9, 2025

With the launch of our 2025 Summer Associate Program, Ward and Smith is excited to host seven impressive law students who are gaining real-world…

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The Economic Loss Doctrine: A Valuable Shield for Lenders

June 6, 2025

Written By Lance P. Martin and Thomas C. Wolff

Lenders have likely encountered situations where borrowers push back against collection efforts. Sometimes, they may even accuse you of causing them harm through…