Does your business need employees or independent contractors
Determining your employee structure is an important part of developing your business. Do you want to have employees or independent contractors? Whether you feel that you will need employees or independent contractors, you will...
Fender Bender Protocol
The first thing to do is report the accident to law enforcement. Even if there is minor damage and you feel okay, you are in the heat of the moment and might not notice the extent of the damage. Also, it might take a little bit of time to start feeling your injuries....
Planning for the Unexpected
What is a will, and why do I need one? A will is a written document that controls the disposition of property at death. Through a valid will, you get to decide who gets your property instead of the law making the choice for you. This includes property such as family...
CAN CREDITORS TAKE MY HOME AWAY?
The short answer is…it depends. Article X, Section 4 of the Florida Constitution is one of the highest forms of protection that a person can have regarding their homes and properties here in Florida. Known as “homestead exemption,” this section protects your home...
Alimony Basics in Florida Divorce
One of the most contentious parts of a divorce is alimony. There are many thoughts that generally boil down to the following questions: (1) Do I have to pay alimony? If so, how much and for how long?; and (2) Will I receive any alimony? If so, how much and for how...
Now practicing in Georgia
Thompson, Crawford & Smiley is excited to announce that Mallory Bennett is now practicing in Georgia along with Tom Thompson, who has been practicing in Georgia since 1991! While Ms. Bennett’s practice in Georgia will focus on employment law, she will also be able...
May a job applicant sue for Age Discrimination
May a job applicant sue for Age Discrimination What happens though when employers specifically want less-qualified applicants to fill some jobs? It might seem silly, but companies have a wide range of reasons for doing so, including fear that more experienced...
Meet Our Firm
Welcome to our first blog post! I want to introduce you to our law firm. My name is Mallory Bennett and I am an associate attorney. There are three partners – Tom Thompson, Billy Crawford, and Scott Smiley. The partners formed Thompson, Crawford & Smiley in 1993...