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Memorial Day weekend can be one of the busiest weekends at the Lake of the Ozarks. We hope everyone enjoys their Memorial Day events but at the same time, we hope everyone has a safe weekend. If you plan to take your boat out or accompany someone else on their boat this weekend, this blog is for you. Our BWI lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few boating safety tips for Memorial Day weekend. For BWI representation you can count on, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231. Boating Safety Tips for Memorial Day Weekend Be mindful of crowded areas on the Lake. Each year thousands of people make their way to the Lake of the Ozarks to experience the natural beauty of the Lake and to enjoy the numerous lakefront bars and restaurants in the area. If you see a crowd of boats on the lake as you are cruising along, be mindful and alert, slow your speed down to the appropriate level. Be courteous to others who might be swimming in the area and...

As a frequent Missouri driver, you may find that you have a lot of "unknowns" when it comes to Missouri Traffic Tickets, such as how many points can be put on your license for speeding or how many points it takes before your license can be taken away. These are vital things to know. Our lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to help clear the air on this subject and answer a few frequently asked questions on MO traffic tickets. If you find yourself needing a lawyer due to an unfortunate driving incident, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231 for your free consultation. FAQs on MO Traffic Tickets Q:  If I get a traffic ticket, how many points will go on my record? A: According to the Missouri Department of Revenue , you can refer to the MO Driver Record Traffic Violation Descriptions and Points Assessed (Form 899) to find the typical point value of most tickets. Click HERE to view that form. Q: I just got my first MO traffic ticket...

Our Get to Know Your Lawyer blog series continues this month. Our law office at the Lake of the Ozarks is happy to feature Ronald Carpenter this month. Here at Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch , we get to know our clients as we help them through serious legal issues. Read on to get to know one of our most experienced attorneys, Ronald Carpenter. Get to Know YOUR Lawyer - Ronald Carpenter Q: Where are you from? A: My name is Ronald K. Carpenter and I was born in Ventura, California, on November 4, 1948. I lived in southern California until 1959 when my parents purchased a small resort on the Glaize Arm of the Lake of the Ozarks. My parents were unhappy with the smog and congestion in southern California and since they were both born in Missouri it felt natural to return to their roots. Q: Where did you attend school? A: I started attending the Camdenton R-III School system in the 6th grade in 1959 and graduated from high school here in 1966. I attended the Un...