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Media Mention: David Ward's Building Dedication Ceremony Highlighted in Craven Community College Magazine

In February 2023, Craven Community College renamed its student center to honor its longest-serving advisor, David Ward.  The building dedication ceremony was recently highlighted in the fall edition of Craven Commu…

Get Ready for the First Greenville-Pitt County Chamber Power Luncheon of 2024

Don't miss the first Power Luncheon of the year hosted by the Greenville-Pitt County Chamber on Tuesday, January 16, 2024! This event will feature Michael Cowin, the City Manager of Greenville, as the keynote speaker. Att…

What the "Biggest Holiday Inn in the World" Can Teach Us About Default Interest in Bankruptcy

Written By Lance P. Martin

When a borrower triggers a monetary default under a loan by failing to make required payments, most loan documents allow the lender to accelerate the loan and invoke a default interest rate and penalties. But what happens…

36 Ward and Smith Attorneys Honored in Business North Carolina's 2024 Legal Elite

Ward and Smith proudly announced that 36 attorneys have been honored in Business North Carolina's 2024 Legal Elite. Five legal luminaries stand out as shining stars, having previously been inducted into the Legal Eli…

New Year, (Potentially) New Rules?

Written By Emily G. Massey and Genesis E. Torres

Sometimes, the only constant is change.  This New Year is no different.   In 2023, we saw several developments in labor and employment law, including federal and state court decisions, regulations, and administr…

Top 10 Articles for Businesses in 2023

Written By Merrill G. Jones, II

As we eagerly anticipate the New Year, it's time to reflect on the most impactful articles that captured the attention of businesses in 2023. This year, Ward and Smith attorneys provided invaluable insights into a wide ra…