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Ward and Smith and the RTAC-ACC Present Panel on Workplace Harassment

Ward and Smith is partnering with the Research Triangle Area Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (RTAC-ACC) to provide an interactive session for in-house counsel on dealing with harassment in the wor…

Supreme Court: Rejection of a Trademark License by a Bankrupt Licensor Doesn't Terminate the License

Written By Norman J. Leonard

What happens if you are a trademark licensee and your licensor files for bankruptcy protection?  Can the licensor unilaterally terminate your license and prohibit you from using the license – even if you're in …

Media Mention: Zac Lamb on Talking with Your Family About Money

Back in May, trusts and estates attorney Zac Lamb was invited to speak to Joel Adams Investment clients about how to raise financially savvy children and grandchild.  Over the course of an hour, Zac covered topi…

Will Oden to Speak at Wilmington Safety School Conference

Labor and employment attorney Will Oden will be sharing his insights on how to survive an OSHA investigation at the Wilmington Safety School conference. The two-day event kicks off on July 24 at the Wilmington Conven…

Don't Jump Without a Parachute! Understanding Community Association Insurance Needs

Written By Adam M. Beaudoin

In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, many Community Associations located in the Eastern part of the state had a rude awakening when they discovered they didn't have the right amount and/or proper type of insurance cover…

Melissa Forshey Schwind to Appear on Diversity and Inclusion Conference Panel

Ward and Smith's Director of Attorney Recruiting, Diversity and Inclusion will be sharing her insights on creating a diverse workplace at the 2019 Annual Diversity and Inclusion Conference. Melissa Forshey Schwind will ap…