by cooneylaw | Jul 3, 2020 | Estate Planning & Probate
Many people overlook estate planning because they think they will have plenty of time to get everything in writing before something happens. The fact is that you never know when life will throw something unexpected your way. One component of the estate plan that can...
by cooneylaw | Jun 30, 2020 | DUI
Drivers arrested for DUI in Spokane, Washington often deal with their vehicle towed from the scene. Law enforcement often call a towing company to come get the vehicle unless the it’s parked in a safe location or unless someone like a friend or family member can...
by cooneylaw | Jun 19, 2020 | Car Accidents
The Fourth of July has always been a favorite holiday among Americans, and there’s no reason to think that this year will be any different. Unfortunately, it’s also the most dangerous day of the year to be out on the roads. Why is driving so dangerous on the Fourth of...
by cooneylaw | Jun 16, 2020 | Auto Accidents, Car Accidents
Automobile accidents follow one of the most basic laws of physics: momentum conservation. In a two car collision the momentum of each vehicle prior to the collision is equal to the momentum of each vehicle after the collision. The transfer of forces to and from each...
by cooneylaw | Jun 12, 2020 | Firm News
Many people think of broken bones as a relatively minor injury that can occur when you’re in a motor vehicle crash or suffer from a fall. While it is true that they can heal without incident, there are also instances in which they can lead to serious complications....
by cooneylaw | Jun 11, 2020 | DUI
An arrest for DUI in Washington State gives rise to two separate cases: a criminal case in court and a completely separate Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) case. An arrest for DUI leads to both a mandatory court appearance the next business day and a...
by cooneylaw | Jun 2, 2020 | DUI
You can get a DUI in Washington State driving almost anything. Most DUI’s occur when someone drives their car after consuming too much alcohol at a restaurant, bar or an event. Law enforcement often pulls them over for speeding or failing to use a turn signal and now...
by cooneylaw | May 29, 2020 | Auto Accidents
Reckless and dangerous drivers truly have no place on the roads. They make it unsafe for anyone else to be present or to enjoy themselves. Drivers tend to follow the rules, but it only takes one person to make a mistake that results in a serious crash or fatality....
by cooneylaw | May 26, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence
Stay-home and shelter-in-place orders can create stress between spouses and domestic partners. Disputes can arise over changing finances, home-schooled children and even interruptions to hobbies and other enjoyable activities. Spokane County already has one of the...
by cooneylaw | May 18, 2020 | Animal Bites
Dog bites can be serious to the point that a victim has catastrophic injuries. While much of the outcome depends on the kind of dog, the size of the animal, the size of the person being attacked and the length of time the attack goes on, it’s important to know that a...
