Hank Harris, Director of Consulting of Ward and Smith Business Consulting, shared insights on the current state of the construction industry and tips for how construction business owners can grow and succeed, along with...more
Lien rights can be one of a contractor's most important means of securing payment on any private construction project in North Carolina. Under Chapter 44A of the North Carolina Statutes, contractors that contract directly...more
Joint ventures are a common method of undertaking construction projects in North Carolina. Through a joint venture, two companies can pool their resources and expertise to complete a project. Joint ventures are...more
The roundtable Q&A session in Ward and Smith’s virtual 2020 Construction Conference covered a range of issues, from employment matters to vetting private clients, based on questions from attendees.
Ward and Smith attorneys...more
Recently, the North Carolina Supreme Court issued a decision impacting the application of the economic loss rule in commercial settings, particularly construction.
This article provides a refresher on the economic loss...more