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Custody Agreements in MO 101

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In the world of child custody cases, there can be many outcomes. Divorce can have such a traumatic effect on the children and the parents, really everyone involved. Knowledge is key in times like this because its best to know the truth about how child custody works in the state of Missouri so you are not led astray. Our child custody lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you the facts behind some of the myths about child custody in Missouri . If you need an experienced child custody lawyer in Missouri , contact Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-36-7231 today for your free consultation. Myth: The Custodial Parent Can Withhold Visitation Rights If The Other Parent Refuses To Pay Child Support. Facts: Contrary to popular belief, child support, visitation rights, and custody are three separate issues. While they certainly interrelate, you cannot use one as a threat against another. If the non-custodial parent refuses (or neglects) to pay child support

The Holiday Season at the Lake of the Ozarks

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The holiday season has hit the Lake of the Ozarks well! There are so many fun things to do here and so many wonderful memories to make with your family and friends. Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch is here to give you the need to know details about a few of the events happening here this holiday season. Holiday events can get very busy and in the rush of excitement, accidents can happen. If you have suffered from a slip and fall accident at the Lake of the Ozarks at one of the local businesses throwing a holiday event, consult with a Camden County personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Being injured in a slip and fall accident can quickly result in unpaid medical bills, lost wages, and demands by insurance companies for your personal medical records and medical history. Photo credit: FunLake.com Source:   www.funlake.com Christmas on Main Street Nov 23, 2018 - Dec 22, 2018 Main Street Music Hall 5845 Osage Beach Parkway Osage Beach Missouri 65065 Phone:

3 Tips for Handling a Divorce During the Holiday Season

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While divorce can be difficult any time of the year, it can be especially hard during the holiday season. This should be a time to make unforgettable memories with your kids and the rest of your family members, but instead, you are dealing with this untimely divorce. During this emotional time, you should have an objective voice on your side to guide you. That's where our divorce lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks come in. Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch is here to help you through this tough time. Call 5733-346-7231 for your free consultation. Keep reading for 3 tips for handling a divorce during the holiday season.  3 Tips for Handling a Divorce During the Holiday Season Keep Your Family Close. One mistake divorcing couples make is isolating themselves from their extended family members. They may fear ridicule or judgment from their parents or other family, and as a result, spend much of the holiday season alone. However, isolation only serves to make a difficul

Drive Safely This Thanksgiving!

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Thanksgiving 2018 will be here before you know it! While it can be very fun to have your Thanksgiving locally, many people have to drive at least a couple hours to get to their families for their Thanksgiving celebrations. Our personal injury attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to tell you to DRIVE SAFELY. Many people will be on the roads and it can only take a few seconds of distraction for something to go wrong. If you are injured in a car accident and need legal assistance getting fair compensation, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231. Keep reading for a few safe driving tips to follow this Thanksgiving. Drive Safely This Thanksgiving Have your vehicle checked before you drive it a long distance for Thanksgiving. Take your vehicle into your local auto shop and have everything checked out. For example, they can check your oil to make sure it is at the proper level, your tires to make sure they have the correct amount of pressure, and your

Protect Your Business with Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter and Welch

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Small business owners all across the world can probably understand how hard it is to start up a business and keep it successful throughout all of the challenges they face. Whether your challenges are financial or legal related, it is always nice to have a support team that will help you protect your business. Our business attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to help you protect your business. If you need a Camden County business lawyer you can trust, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch today at 573-346-7231 for your free consultation. Keep reading for a few mistakes you should avoid making as a business owner. Mistakes You Should Avoid Making as a Business Owner Failing to Act Quickly When Someone Files a Sexual Harassment Claim This can be an awful mistake to make for any business owner. Sexual harassment claims can result in businesses paying thousands of dollars in lawsuits and could even result in your company being shut down. Do everything in your powe