Law Offices of J Thomas Smith, JD, PhD

02/09/2026

Under SAP Regulations? Rescheduled” doesn’t mean “released.”

That distinction matters more than most people realize.

My upcoming book, Rescheduled, Not Released, explains what marijuana’s legal shift actually means for workers, employers, and public safety.

02/15/2025

“Diamond Jubilee: A 75 Year Celebration of Carter Broadcast” comes to a PBS station near you in March.

07/01/2024

In the news...

A Review of Dr. J. Thomas Smith's "Black Radio" Exploration, The work is more than just another book; it invites readers to understand a critical yet...

12/24/2023

09/08/2023

Another milestone…

Introducing Black Radio: An American History, a captivating journey into the essential contribution of Black radio in the United States. From its inception in the 1920s to its present-day influence, Black radio has played a significant role in broadcasting the African-American narrative. This book d...

07/18/2023

WANT TO BE A TEACHER? ONE TEXAS COLLEGE IFFERS FREE EDUCATION.

The small district’s apprenticeship program lets aspiring teachers earn a bachelor’s degree and teacher certification at no cost. In return, participants must work at the district for at least three years. Observers hope state lawmakers will use the program as a model for legislation.

05/06/2023

Coming soon!

04/15/2023

06/17/2020

The legal labor force is still dominated by White workers, with deficits of Black representation in legal occupations, according to Bloomberg Law’s analysis of employment data released June 5 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.