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ACA Alert: Be Wary Of “Skinny” Health Insurance Plans For 2015

November 21, 2014

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Written By Devon D. Williams
So-called “skinny” or “bare bones” employer health plans generally do not provide coverage to employees for in-patient hospitalization services or physician services (or both). …
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Resolving Your Property Zoning Problems

November 12, 2014

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Written By Eric J. Remington
What do you do when you’ve found the perfect location for your business or project, but you discover that it’s not properly zoned for…
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Ward and Smith Welcomes Meredith Jo Alcoke

November 12, 2014

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce that Meredith Jo Alcoke has joined the Firm and works from the New Bern office.  Ms. Alcoke’s…
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Two and Done? The Court of Appeals Suggests That Lenders May Only Get Two Shots at Foreclosure

November 10, 2014

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Have you ever started a foreclosure, only to work something out with your borrower and dismiss the proceeding?  Have you ever done that twice? …
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Ward and Smith Receives 2015 “Best Law Firm” Rankings

November 6, 2014

Ward and Smith has been recognized as a “Best Law Firm” for 2015 by U.S. News and Best Lawyers®.  Firms included in the 2015…
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Can A Limited Liability Company Really Offer Equity Compensation Awards To Its Valued Employees?

October 29, 2014

You are always looking for creative ways to retain your top employees.  One option is to offer valued employees equity in your business.  However,…
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What In The World Is A “Gun Trust” And Why Might I Want One?

October 14, 2014

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Written By Matthew W. Thompson
For avid hunters and gun enthusiasts, federal and state regulation of gun ownership can be burdensome and frustrating.  Use of a gun trust could…