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A fantastic community event is coming up very soon and our attorneys in Camdenton are excited to tell you about it! Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch love this community. If you are in need of an experienced Camden County attorney , give our Camdenton law firm a call at (573) 346-7231. In the meantime, keep reading to learn all about the Pumkin Chunkin Palooza coming up! The Pumkin Chunkin Palooza at the Lake of the Ozarks Source:  https://www.funlake.com/pumkin-chunkin-palooza Date: September 28, 2019 Location: Ozarks Amphitheater 2629 MO Hwy 5 Camdenton Missouri 65020 Event Times:  10:00 am – 6:00 pm Event Activities: Missouri Craft Beers Missouri Wine Tastings Food Vendors Largest Pumpkin Contest Pumkin Decorating Contest Family Events: Face Painting Petting Zoo Kids Activities Climbing Wall Carnival Rides Source: http://pumkinchunkinpalooza.com/ Presented by the: Laurie Sunrise - Beach Rotary Admission Prices: Adult...

Many people don't realize they are making social media mistakes that could get their companies in huge legal trouble. Social media can be great tool to implement in your business's marketing campaign. Engaging with your clients on a regular basis can generate sales for your business. It is extremely important that you organize your social media campaign the correct way. Our experienced attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to help you avoid making social media mistakes for your business. Making one of these mistakes could cost you thousands of dollars in a lawsuit. Social Media Mistakes That Could Get You in Legal Trouble Creating false testimonials for your business There are companies who have their employees make up reviews on a regular basis and post them on their business's social media. If you do this you could be sued for a large amount of money. True reviews can be very influential and can sway potential clients to buy from your business. Acco...

In Missouri, there are three different types of criminal charges, including felonies, misdemeanors, and infractions. The type of crime you are charged with is determined by the elements of the offense, as well as the range of punishment the individual could receive. These three criminal charge categories differ significantly and the law offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. give you a reference guide below. Infractions An infraction, often called a violation or petty crime, is an offense that is typically penalized by fines, but not jail time. Traffic offenses are the most common form of infraction and these types of crimes may be handled in the municipal court. Misdemeanor A misdemeanor is less serious than a felony and tend to be the most common type of charge. Missouri categorizes misdemeanors into various classes: Class A through Class C. Class A misdemeanors are the most serious. Misdemeanor charges are issued by the state and include a wide...

You may have heard that having a will is important, but it's extremely important if you have children. In today's blog, our attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are going to tell you why. 1. You can name a conservator to manage your child's assets and finances. Establishing a conservator for your child is a must. The law doesn't permit a minor to assume legal control over property left to them in a will. If you and your spouse die at the same or your spouse can't be trusted to manage your child's finances, you should name a conservator. Your designated conservator will be responsible for managing your child's finances with honesty and integrity to ensure the child's reasonable needs are met.  Be sure to pick someone with integrity and common sense.  2. You can have a say in who will care for your child. If you die and your child does not have another suitable parent to care for him/her, the court will have to appoint a guardian. I...

The legal field is complex, convoluted and full of potential pitfalls. Sometimes seemingly innocent actions can have unintended legal consequences. There are various situations where accidental legal issues can arise, but the team at the Law Offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. is here to discuss two common problematic areas: managing employees and posting on social media. Managing Employees Employees are people, too. You hire them to help your business grow, and while (ideally) that should be one of their top priorities as well, they will always have their own personal needs and values that may not align with your business's. Here are a few things to keep in mind about managing employees: Consider utilizing an contract that outlines your confidentiality needs and specifies ownership rights of the materials developed while under your employ. It is important to fully explain to your employees what sort of monitoring their online activity will s...

No matter the season, the Lake of the Ozarks is truly a beautiful community in which to live and work. All of us at the Law Offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. consider ourselves very lucky to get to be a part of such a wonderful community, and we hope our fellow residents do as well. The Lake Area provides many great opportunities to spend time with your friends and family without having to pay for entertainment. Are you aware of all the free things there are to do at the Lake of the Ozarks? If you're looking for something fun to do that won't break your bank, give some of these activities a try. Hiking Ha Ha Tonka. This photo of Camdenton is courtesy of MissouriStateParks. The Lake of the Ozarks is home to some of Missouri's most beautiful state parks. If you and your loved ones enjoy getting out and exploring gorgeous wooded areas, you'll have to visit some of these locations: Ha Ha Tonka State Park  in Camdenton, MO Lake of ...