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Not So Fast: Limits of “Settlement Negotiation” Protections

May 6, 2022

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Understanding How and Why “Settlement Negotiations” May Be Used Against You To promote honest and open discussions in resolving disputes, courts have adopted rules…
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Ward and Smith Adds New Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, and Technology Attorney

May 5, 2022

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce the arrival of cybersecurity, data privacy, and technology attorney Mayukh Sircar. In his practice, Mayukh focuses on…
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Even Indirect Income from Cannabis Can Get You Banned From Bankruptcy

May 4, 2022

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Despite widespread trends in state-level legalization and decriminalization of high-THC cannabis and growing acceptance of cannabis among Americans, cannabis and cannabis products remain illegal…
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Media Mention: Brad Evans and Evan Musselwhite Featured on NASBP’s Blog

May 3, 2022

The National Association of Surety Bond Producers (NASBP) is sharing insights from attorneys Brad Evans and Evan Musselwhite with its members.  The organization republished Brad and…
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Mike McIntyre to Speak at NCBIWA’s 2022 Spring Local Governments Meeting

May 2, 2022

Attorney Mike McIntyre will be a speaker at the North Carolina Beach, Intel, and Waterways Association’s (NCBIWA) 2022 Spring Local Governments Meeting. The program features…
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Ward and Smith Sponsors 22nd Annual CarolinaEast Fundraising Golf Tournament

May 2, 2022

Dozens of golfers will tee off this weekend for a great cause. The 22nd Annual CarolinaEast Fundraising Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, May 7, at the Minnesott Yacht, Minnesott Yacht,…
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Balancing the Public Good against Barriers to Entry in Professional Licensing

April 29, 2022

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For much of the last decade, North Carolina lawmakers have explored the concept of removing barriers to entry in a variety of professions and…