Kelly,Symonds & Reed LLC
Driving around semi-trucks is necessary, as they are the backbone of the freight industry in the United States. Tens of thousands of tons of goods move all over the country in the back of these trucks. However, driving around them is also dangerous. They are massive...
As you prepare for your wedding day, you may come to think about the many benefits of creating a prenuptial agreement with your imminent spouse. For example, you can protect individual assets that you bring into the marriage. You can also use a prenuptial agreement to...
Texting and driving is very dangerous. Often, though, it’s not that the person in the car decides that it’s time to write and send a text while behind the wheel. Instead, they get a text message, and they feel obligated to read it -- and, possibly, to respond to it....
Even though a police officer must have probable cause to pull you over, this doesn’t always happen. You could soon find yourself on the side of the road, waiting for the officer to approach your window. If they suspect that you’re under the influence of alcohol,...
Large-scale criminal activity or particularly dramatic offenses often involve forethought and planning. For example, individuals intending to steal from a business might case the facilities by visiting them frequently to determine what kinds of security and safety...
Sometimes, people can suffer a moderate or significant personal injury in unusual circumstances. For example, say that you use a public restroom, but a broken toilet seat causes you to fall and injure your coccyx (tailbone). For most people, a scenario like that would...
Being part of a blended family means getting to include incredible kids in your life. It's almost like a bonus on top of marrying someone whom you really love. Of course, stepping up as a stepparent is not always easy. Children often need support and your patience...
Does your teenager have a smartphone? Like every other teenager out there, they probably do. However, that means that you need to have a serious talk about “sexting” before your teen gets into trouble. If you wait until they already start experimenting with online...
Have you ever shared an old bottle of prescription painkillers with a friend or relative? A lot of people have. Similarly, it’s not uncommon for people to share their stash of illegal drugs with friends or relatives, too. Unfortunately, when something goes wrong and...
Did you know that there are around 200,000 cases of traumatic brain injuries in the U.S. each year? It is devastating to have to live with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) because of another person’s negligence, but it can be comforting to know that you’re not alone in...
