by Thomas Thompson | Dec 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
This holiday season, consider giving your family a gift that can’t be wrapped but will mean the world to them—a sense of security and peace of mind. A well-prepared will and estate plan from Thompson, Crawford, Brown & Smiley is a lasting way to show your love by...
by Mallory Bennett Brown | Aug 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
5 Things to Consider When Planning Your Estate Appoint a Guardian for Your Children: If you have children, it’s crucial to designate a guardian in the event that both legal parents pass away before the children reach the age of 18. Even if parents are divorced...
by Billy Crawford | May 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
The short answer is…it depends. The Homestead Exemption 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...
by Alyssa Silva | Apr 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
When seeking a dissolution of marriage, a major cause for concern is alimony. It is important to note that as of July 1, 2023, the new alimony reform bill has taken effect. This bill changed major points of Section 61.08, Florida Statutes, regarding alimony. It is...
by Thomas Thompson | Aug 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
In the dynamic landscape of employment law, misconceptions can be costly for both employers and employees. A common assumption among some small business owners is that having fewer than 15 employees grants them a free pass to treat their workforce as they please, even...
by Mallory Bennett Brown | Jul 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
1. What is probate? Florida law requires a court proceeding called “probate” upon the death of an individual if the individual owns any assets. The probate court action is the law’s way of assembling the decedent’s assets, paying debts and taxes, and passing title to...
