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SCOTUS Raises Bar for Employers Confronted by Employees' Requests for Religious Accommodation

Written By Avery J. Locklear and Grant B. Osborne

The U.S. Supreme Court, in a unanimous opinion issued yesterday in Groff vs. Dejoy, changed the standard that most employers must consider and apply when deciding how to deal with – and when they may lawfully reject …

Amy Fitzhugh Named Professional Licensing Practice Group Co-Chair

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce the appointment of attorney Amy Fitzhugh as co-chair of its Professional Licensing Practice Group. She joins Jim Wilson in leading an experienced team of attorneys who have represente…

Ward and Smith Achieves Digital Transformation with Fliplet, Charles Collins Speaks on Success

Ward and Smith found an ideal remedy to optimize their company operations and performance while staying in tune with the ever-evolving user needs. Leveraging Fliplet's no-coding, user-friendly design, and integrated …

Employers, You Need to Replace Your Mandatory EEOC Poster

Written By Emily G. Massey

As of June 27, 2023, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is in effect.  The PWFA requires covered employers to provide employees with reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medica…

Michael Fields Earns Spot on NC Lawyers Weekly's "2023 Health Care Power List"

North Carolina Lawyers Weekly is recognizing Michael Fields as a top healthcare attorney in 2023.  Michael's contributions and unparalleled accomplishments in the field have been celebrated through inclusion on the p…

Attention Vacation Rental Companies: North Carolina Courts Create Reason to Review Procedures for Rental Agreements

Written By Michael J. Parrish

Written rental agreements state the terms, conditions, and rules of a vacation home rental.  The rental agreement may also contain important warnings and notices about the use of certain items, like elevators, pools,…