by cooneylaw | Jul 29, 2025 | Estate Planning & Probate
Probate can often be an intimidating and confusing word! But the good news is that it’s probably not as scary as you think! Probate is the legal process of settling a person’s estate after they pass away. In Washington State, probate ensures that debts are...
by cooneylaw | Jul 9, 2025 | Family Law
As technology continues to reshape how families connect, virtual parenting time has become an increasingly relevant topic in Washington State family law. Often referred to as electronic visitation, this form of parenting time allows non-custodial parents to maintain...
by cooneylaw | Jun 25, 2025 | Animal Bites, Bodily Injury
Dog attacks can result in serious injuries and emotional trauma, especially for children. In Washington State, victims of dog bites have strong legal protections. If you or a loved one has been injured in a dog attack, it’s important to understand your rights and how...
by cooneylaw | Jun 3, 2025 | Auto Accidents, Bodily Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Pedestrian Accidents
Good News: Fatal automobile accidents in Washington State dropped in 2024 by 9.6% compared to 2023! Still, there remains a 36% increase from 2019. Why are the numbers so high? A recent article in the Seattle Times discusses what we’re doing wrong, and we also...
by cooneylaw | May 15, 2025 | Bodily Injury, Motorcycle Accident, Uninsured/underinsured Motorist Accidents
When you hit the road on your motorcycle, freedom and adventure await—but so do potential risks. One of the most critical protections you can invest in is Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UIM) insurance. Washington law requires insurance companies to at least offer...
by cooneylaw | May 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
As the weather warms up, and riding season quickly fires up, motorcycle safety is particularly important. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association reports motorcyclists are 29 times more likely to die in a collision than those in passenger vehicles. ...
by cooneylaw | Apr 12, 2025 | Family Law
Family law mediation is a process that can help those involved in family law matters, such as divorce or child custody, resolve issues outside of court. In mediation, a neutral third party, called the mediator, will guide conversation between the parties. The goal...
by cooneylaw | Mar 11, 2025 | Criminal Defense, DUI
Baby DUI refers to the criminal charge of Driver Under Twenty-one Consuming Alcohol or Cannabis. The elements of a Baby DUI are different from an adult DUI and consequences can be, too. A Baby DUI charge still triggers both a court case and a Department of Licensing...
by cooneylaw | Mar 4, 2025 | Criminal Defense, DUI
A DUI charge in Spokane will likely lead to two separate cases. There will be a criminal case in court and a separate Department of Licensing (DOL) administrative case. The two cases are completely independent. This means you can win one and lose the other so...
by cooneylaw | Feb 25, 2025 | Auto Accidents, Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian collisions in Spokane have climbed nearly 40% in recent years. Excessive speed and distracted driving are among the most common causes for these accidents. Drivers need to slow down and minimize distractions. Pedestrians can also do plenty of things to keep...
