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Social Host Liability: Legal Issues When Hosting Holiday Parties and Other Social Events in NC

Written By Jeremy M. Wilson

This is a great time of year in North Carolina.  Friends, neighbors, and co-workers find time to get together for various holiday festivities—from holiday parties to New Year's celebrations.  In addition t…

Media Mention: Will Oden's Insightful Discussion For Human Resource Professionals

One of the keys to success when running a business is having the right people in the right positions. That's why having a strong human resources team is vital to ensure the wellbeing and longevity of any company. Of c…

The Affordable Care Act: What's New in 2018/2019?

Written By Devon D. Williams

Over the past several years, there has been much speculation surrounding the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (the "ACA"), including whether it would be repealed in full, only partially, or not at all.  Des…

Media Mention: Ward and Smith Featured as Law Firm of the Month

The Triangle edition of Attorney at Law Magazine recently featured Ward and Smith as the publication's Law Firm of the Month.  Attorney at Law Magazine coverPhoto taken by: Headshots and Corporate P…

Now Playing 'Works for Me' Episode 3: Unlawful Employee Terminations

"When it comes to employment, consistency is a virtue." - Grant OsborneLabor and Employment Attorney In the third episode of "Works for Me," Ward and Smith's labor and employment attorneys Will Oden and Grant Osborne…

The ADA Reaches Healthcare Websites: Is Your Practice Compliant?

Written By Caroline O. Outten, CIPP-US

What is the ADA? The Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) was passed in 1990 to prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities.  The ADA has historically applied in “places of publ…