Ward and Smith, P.A.

Congratulations to all of our Ward and Smith attorneys recognized by @BusinessNC #LegalElite. https://buff.ly/3JJlyfy pic.twitter.com/jpllLgeVkm

Attorney Payton Collier has a great overview for trial lawyers regarding the scope of an IPR deposition. https://buff.ly/2QAOyPy  #legal #attorney #deposition #lawsuitpic.twitter.com/T7qeOptlLk

Here are the six things you need to consider when choosing a #personalinjury and #wrongfuldeath #attorney. https://buff.ly/2o1gl9W  #lawyer #legal #caraccident #autocrash #injury #justice #Litigationpic.twitter.com/BFdKnc6LQW

Thinking about selling your business? Here's a great guide for promoting an employee to co-owner. https://buff.ly/2MTorhG  #Succession #successionplanning #business #trustspic.twitter.com/jl4JIRNTms

It is becoming increasingly clear that American companies of all sizes and industries are targets for #cybersecurity #hacking. Attorneys Angela Doughty and Peter McClelland detail how beverage companies have been no exception to this trend. https://buff.ly/3lqLP6v pic.twitter.com/hzTkYCN126

Are you facing an #investigation by a #licensingboard? In this article, attorneys Charles Ellis and Amy Wooten provide an overview of the investigatory and #disciplinary process that the NC Department of Insurance utilizes when #investigating complaints. https://buff.ly/3vG7oEF pic.twitter.com/qh4zrxUVFw

#Brand owners can benefit from exercising both #copyright and #trademark rights. However, they should be mindful of potential conflict when commissioning a design from an outside designer. Here's what you need to know. https://buff.ly/33ZQk0f  #intellectualproperty #IPLawpic.twitter.com/xr52h6Ruk0

After a turbulent 2020 and 2021, here's to hoping that the New Year is better and brighter! #Happy2022! #newyear #happynewyear #newyearsresolution #newyearsdaypic.twitter.com/T2MUPWCbUk

While the economic loss rule does not provide an absolute defense to all #tort claims, it must certainly be considered in litigation that involves claims sounding in both #contract and tort. https://buff.ly/2Tg7LSd  #construction #contractor #constractors #subconstractorspic.twitter.com/vjyb6j9b15

Don't be shy. Banks and credit unions are allowed to legally bank hemp businesses. Attorneys Kristin Mitcham and Tyler Russell break down how these financial institutions can comply with federal laws. https://buff.ly/3u1xq4j  #hemp #nchemp #hempandbanks #bankingonhemppic.twitter.com/4MzyBP3HPK

Estate planning for blended families is often complicated., but it can be done. Attorney Virginia Carter and Eldridge Dodson explain. https://buff.ly/3wXU27G  #estateplanning #trustsandestates #trusts #livingwills #planningaheadpic.twitter.com/O2gl9QNENM

Here's a checklist of considerations for #communityassociations engaging in #construction projects. https://buff.ly/2YsVuAn  #HOA #homeownersassociation #HOAs #condoassociation #constructioncontract #lienspic.twitter.com/ROEwG5CjEr

Litigators Chris Edwards and Alex Dale have scored a victory in an appellate case that has implications for military members in custody disputes in North Carolina. https://buff.ly/3HoZ4ys  #familylaw #childcustody #military #militarychildcustody #coparenting #parentsrightspic.twitter.com/214vxHz87B

While a #NorthCarolina court decision is a victory for #shortterm #rentalproperty owners, according to attorney Clint Cogburn, #municipalities still have several tools in their #landuse tool belt to limit short-term #rentals. https://buff.ly/3rcKaUb  #zoning #realestatepic.twitter.com/rT9rb359ie

First, it was on, then off, now it's on. Read more to find out how large employers should prepare for the vaccine and testing mandates happening in the new year. https://buff.ly/3mk0t19  #ETS #OSHA #workers #covid19test #CovidVaccine #vaccinemandate #employmentlaw #laborpic.twitter.com/7uCd6Lj9ol

With the New Year right around the corner, catch up on some of our most popular articles of 2021. #Top2021 #Alookback #Vaccines #Vaccinations #legal #law #communicationassociations #HOA #personalinjury #lawfirm #legalnews https://buff.ly/3mJFGUL pic.twitter.com/LXszfX2RqD

Make it a New Year's resolution to get your affairs in order, and we can with our Online Estate Planning Documents. https://buff.ly/3nBdT7W  #trusts #wills #trustsandestates #estateplanning #estateplan #livingwills #NewYearsResolutionpic.twitter.com/eAsafq4msv

Here's a great article for those who work in the #constructionindustry about the #prosandcons of #construction #arbitration. https://buff.ly/2okXNlk  #contractors #subcontractors #developers #builders #law #lawsuit #architecture #design #building #realestatepic.twitter.com/MsXhUllwGl

Can a #debtor discharge a debt arising out of a deliberate or intentional act that causes injury to you? Click the link for the answer: https://buff.ly/2VUTNGE  #debt #bankruptcypic.twitter.com/6xR2B8YjJH

"My spouse and I are separated, but we are discussing reconciliation. If we do reconcile, how does this decision affect me?" This is a common question, and it is important to have an understanding of how reconciliation may affect your case. https://buff.ly/32g8vfT  #familylawpic.twitter.com/NmSyJzRIMY