by cooneylaw | Jan 23, 2024 | Auto Accidents, Bodily Injury, Car Accidents, Uncategorized, Uninsured/underinsured Motorist Accidents
Auto accidents are jarring, and our minds often need a moment to process the shock of what happened. Once the mental fog has cleared, the first step is to check if you or anyone else has been injured and, if necessary, immediately call 911. Assuming there’s no...
by cooneylaw | Jan 9, 2024 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
Dying without a Will, or dying intestate, can trigger unnecessary stress for your family. Many people think dying without a will turns the probate process into a free for all. However, in the absence of a will, Washington State law dictates how your property will pass...
by cooneylaw | Jan 2, 2024 | Criminal Defense, DUI
Most folks accused of DUI in Spokane have a 7-day deadline to try to save their driver license through a Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) case. This DOL case is independent from the court case, which means you can win one and lose the other. The 7-day...
by cooneylaw | Dec 26, 2023 | Criminal Defense, DUI
Roadside DUI tests are voluntary in Washington State and most folks under investigation are better off refusing them. Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (FST’s) can be difficult to perform correctly under perfect environmental conditions. They’re even harder to pass...
by cooneylaw | Dec 12, 2023 | Criminal Defense, DUI
Historically, there have been more DUI arrests in Spokane during the holiday season. Many people take time off from work around the holidays and might have an extra drink when they’re out for dinner or while watching their favorite sports team at the bar. Others might...
by cooneylaw | Dec 5, 2023 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Employment Law, Family Law, Sexual Harassment
People often think of sexual harassment as conduct inside the workplace during normal business hours. The reality is that sexual harassment can happen anytime, including after-work functions like business trips or holiday parties. Generally, an employer is responsible...
by cooneylaw | Nov 14, 2023 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
Estate Planning may not be top of mind during the busy holiday season. However, it can be a good opportunity to discuss your estate plans with your loved ones. An open conversation about your estate plan is an important part of making sure your wishes are followed...
by cooneylaw | Oct 24, 2023 | Auto Accidents, Bodily Injury, Car Accidents
Confusion and stress over medical bills, especially if a high cost surgery is involved, is one of the biggest reasons folks call an attorney after the initial shock of an auto accident has subsided. These medical bills may be partially or even fully covered by a few...
by cooneylaw | Oct 17, 2023 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
Every adult should have a Last Will and Testament. Your Will provides clarity about your wishes to family and loved ones who are already grieving. Most people only consider starting their own estate plan when something causes them to think about their own mortality....
by cooneylaw | Oct 3, 2023 | Auto Accidents, Bodily Injury, Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents
Auto accidents involving vehicles striking pedestrians and cyclists often lead to severe injuries or even wrongful death. As our Inland Northwest summer turns to fall many of us enjoy an evening stroll or bike ride with kids. The sun is setting earlier each day which...
