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Navigating the National Practitioner Data Bank: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Written By Amy G. Fitzhugh and James A. Wilson

Few aspects of the healthcare regulatory apparatus evoke more confusion and dread for healthcare practitioners than the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB or Data Bank).  Being reported to the Data Bank is often r…

Ward and Smith and Attorneys Shine in 2024 Chambers USA Rankings

Ward and Smith is pleased to announce that several of its practice areas and attorneys have been recognized in the 2024 Chambers USA Rankings. This year, the firm has been honored with new rankings in various categories…

Media Mention: NC Lawyers Weekly Features Will Oden as 'Leaders in the Law' Honoree

Labor and employment attorney Will Oden earned a spot on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly's esteemed "Leaders in the Law" list. He joined nearly 40 other attorneys statewide who received this honor during a ceremony at the…

Ward and Smith Sponsors the Cooper Charitable Foundation Inaugural Fundraiser Event

Join us for a special night on June 12 at the Cooper Charitable Foundation Inaugural Fundraiser! It's not just a party - it's a chance to make a real difference. The Foundation's mission is to offer housing stability gran…

The Toils of Heirs Property and Agriculture in North Carolina

Written By Jane Francis Nowell and Peter B. von Stein

The farmland of North Carolina cradles not only agricultural abundance but also a significant legal challenge: heirs property (also commonly known as "heirs' property" or "heir property"). This designation arises when lan…

Ward and Smith Sponsors NC Craft Brewers Guild Legislative Day Breakfast

Get ready for the Legislative Day Breakfast Briefing on Tuesday, June 4, sponsored by Ward and Smith.  Hosted by the NC Craft Brewers Guild, this event provides a unique platform for industry professionals, lawmakers…