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On-Sale Bar: Less clever way of saying, Happy Hour? Maybe. Important for Patent Protection? Yes.

Written By Marla S. Bowman

If the term "happy hour" in this article's title caught your attention, you may be disappointed by what comes next. This article is actually about limitations on patent protection, which I would argue is just as attention…

James Todd to Speak on Opportunity Zones at BASE Meeting

Opportunity zones are creating a tremendous buzz throughout the real estate industry. Now, developers and investors are clamoring to learn more about how opportunity zones work, who is eligible to participate, and the ben…

Bill Durr, Zac Lamb, and Devon Williams to Speak at the 2019 "Business of Farming Conference"

Farming is a lifestyle, but it's also a business. And this Saturday, February 23 farmers can learn to grow their business at the 2019 Business of Farming Conference in Asheville. It's hosted by the Appalachian Sustai…

Brownfields Redevelopment Receives Boost Under the BUILD Act

Written By Amy P. Wang

Redevelopment of environmentally-damaged property has seen steady growth in North Carolina and nationwide.  The attraction to dense, urban communities offering work/live/play opportunities and away from suburban livi…

Laura Hudson joins LMASE Board of Directors

The Legal Marketing Association's Southeastern Region (LMASE) has elected Laura Hudson, Ward and Smith's Director of Marketing and Business Development, to its 2019 Board of Directors. She will serve as the Director of Ou…