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Who Is Responsible for That Fallen Tree?

Written By Justin M. Lewis and Emily B. Sullivan

Many of us are dealing with damage caused by fallen trees in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. In planned communities, the question of responsibility for damage caused by fallen trees is often posed to the owners' associ…

Media Mention: Will Oden Interviewed by NC Lawyers Weekly on Noncompete Agreements

In a recent NC Lawyers Weekly article, labor and employment attorney Will Oden shared his insights on the ongoing legal challenges surrounding noncompetition agreements and the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) at…

Celebrate Life and Community at the 12th Annual Day of the Dead 5K!

As the leaves begin to turn and the air grows crisp, the nOg Run Club invites runners, walkers, and Day of the Dead enthusiasts alike to lace up their sneakers for the 12th Annual Day of the Dead 5K! Scheduled for Saturda…

Ward and Smith Attorneys Lead in the Establishment of a New Board-Certified Specialty in Employment Law

Ward and Smith attorneys Grant Osborne and Will Oden led a committee petitioning the North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization, the North Carolina State Bar, and ultimately, the North Carolina Supreme Court to create a …

Navigating the Skies: Why Drone Land Surveys May Violate Licensing Statutes, Not First Amendment Rights

Written By Alexandra E. Ferri and Evan M. Musselwhite

It is widely understood that to engage in the practice of land surveying in North Carolina, one must have an appropriate license. Less widely understood is what really constitutes the "practice of land surveying." The eve…

Ward and Smith Attorneys to Host the INTA Roundtable on AI and Fair Use

Ward and Smith is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting the INTA Roundtable on "Enforcement: AI and Fair Use" at our Raleigh office on October 28, 2024. The event will take place from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at…