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Antitrust Compliance for North Carolina Construction Companies: Avoiding Legal Pitfalls

Written By Isabelle M. Chammas and E. Bradley Evans

The construction industry has long been a target for antitrust enforcement. For construction company owners and managers, understanding antitrust laws and implementing effective compliance measures isn't just good busines…

Swinging for a Cause: The ACHC Charity Golf Tournament Returns May 19

Get your clubs ready for the 8th Annual Chipping In for Charity Golf Tournament, hosted by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC)! Join us on Monday, May 19, 2025, at the stunning MacGregor Downs Country Club…

Greenville-Pitt County Chamber Power Luncheon to Feature NC State Auditor Dave Boliek

The Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce’s Power Luncheon series continues on Tuesday, May 20, with a conversation featuring North Carolina State Auditor Dave Boliek. Ward and Smith is proud to sponsor this mo…

Meet 2025 Summer Associate William Atkinson

It’s officially summer at Ward and Smith! Our 2025 Summer Associate Program is underway, welcoming seven talented law students to gain hands-on experience across all our offices. During this dynamic program, these f…

NC Legislature Considers Comprehensive Hemp Regulation: What Businesses Need to Know

Written By Marley H. Peterson and Tyler J. Russell

Three significant bills, Senate Bill 535, Senate Bill 265, and House Bill 607, have been introduced during the 2025 North Carolina legislative session, each of which could fundamentally reshape the state’s regulatory…

Downtown Wilmington is Evolving. Be Part of the Conversation at the Power Breakfast on June 17

Wilmington’s skyline is changing—and so is the conversation around growth, investment, and revitalization. On Monday, June 17, the Wilmington Business Journal will host its next Power Breakfast, featuring…