On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
Most drivers find themselves in situations where officers have issued traffic tickets to them for various reasons. Officers may have accused a driver of driving over the speed limit, failing to stop at a stop sign, running a red light, failing to yield or several...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 28, 2018 | Uncategorized
Though the holiday season is winding down, the winter weather is here to stay in Missouri for some time. You may not mind the cold and enjoy the occasional snowfall, but you undoubtedly know that winter weather is not always the stark beauty that it can be. In fact,...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 27, 2018 | Child Custody
For many divorced Missouri parents, hearing the term “joint-custody arrangement” can conjure up feelings of sadness, loneliness and depression. When you are in the habit of having your children sleep in the same home as you every night and this suddenly...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 26, 2018 | Drunk Driving
When a judge or jury convicts you of drinking and driving in Missouri, you can expect that your life will become exponentially more difficult in numerous ways. While a DUI can make it hard to find a job, hold down a job and otherwise keep up with your...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 24, 2018 | Child Custody
Going through a divorce can be an emotional process, especially when there are kids involved. Children may go from living with the emotional and financial support of both parents, to residing in a single-parent household. Furthermore, they may get limited to no time...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 17, 2018 | Violent Crimes
When one person is accused of killing another, law enforcement usually attempts to determine whether the killing was intentional or an act of negligence or recklessness. An intentional act of murder comes with higher penalties than those for an accidental killing....
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 15, 2018 | Divorce
Approaching the holidays, you may have noticed your marriage is under a lot more pressure than usual. Whether you are just beginning to experience marital disharmony, or you have been unhappy with your union for a long time, we at the law firm of Kelly, Symonds &...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 5, 2018 | Felonies
An unknown number of people who are currently incarcerated may not be guilty of committing a crime at all. Innocent people are placed behind bars because they are wrongfully convicted of crimes. Approximately 362 people have been released from their prison sentences...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 5, 2018 | Felonies
When a Missouri judge or jury convicts you of a criminal offense, you may face any number of possible repercussions, including hefty fines, possible substance abuse treatment obligations and even jail time, among others. Some offenses, however, can also come back to...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 3, 2018 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Aggressive driving is a serious problem in Missouri and across the country. AAA reports that nearly 80 percent of American drivers say they have had feelings of anger and frustration while navigating the roadways. Whether you are late to an important appointment or...
