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Media Mention: Zac Lamb on “The Importance of Having an Estate Plan” in Asheville Citizen-Times

January 26, 2018

Many people spend more time planning their vacations than planning their estates. It’s not a fun activity, but as estate planning attorney Zac Lamb…
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30 Ward and Smith Attorneys Recognized as 2018 ‘Super Lawyers’ and ‘Rising Stars’

January 25, 2018

Super Lawyers is recognizing 30 Ward and Smith attorneys in its 2018 “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars” lists. These lists are published annually in the…
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Environmental Attorney Amy Wang to Speak at NC Chamber Conference

January 22, 2018

In recent years, environmental concerns have led people to become more conscientious of their impact on the planet. It’s also impacting how companies conduct…
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Ward and Smith Becomes 2018 “Data Privacy Day” Champion

January 18, 2018

Ward and Smith is supporting Data Privacy Day 2018 as a Data Privacy Day Champion. Our commitment is part of an international effort held annually…
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Muddy Waters: Stormwater Permits Not Meant to Control Flooding or Flood Losses

January 17, 2018

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Written By Amy P. Wang
Those living in communities subject to North Carolina Stormwater Permits or local stormwater management easement agreements are increasingly alarmed as rainy weather, even without…
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Privacy Attorney Angela Doughty to Talk ‘Ethics in Artificial Intelligence’ at NCTA’s Tech Talk Live

January 17, 2018

For years, Hollywood has shown the worst of artificial intelligence (AI), a dystopian world run by computer overlords, robots using humans as an energy…
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NC Department of Transportation Condemnation: What Do They Mean By Permanent Utility Easement?

January 15, 2018

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Written By Ryal W. Tayloe
When the North Carolina Department of Transportation (“DOT”) exercises its power of eminent domain, in addition to taking private property in fee simple, it…