by cooneylaw | Dec 3, 2024 | Auto Accidents, Bodily Injury, Car Accidents
Avoiding an auto accident once the snow flies gets harder each winter. As the population in Spokane grows we see more cars on our roads. That means a greater opportunity for an accident. Eastern Washington hasn’t seen much snow, yet, but it’ll be here...
by cooneylaw | Nov 26, 2024 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
Estate Planning may not be top of mind during the busy holiday season. However, gathering with loved ones can be a good opportunity to discuss your estate plans with them. Having an open conversation can help avoid fights amongst your heirs. You can give some context...
by cooneylaw | Nov 19, 2024 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
A Last Will and Testament is a “must have” for every adult. Your Will provides clarity about your wishes to family and loved ones who are already grieving. Most people start to think about an estate plan when they’re reminded of their own mortality. Maybe you just got...
by cooneylaw | Nov 12, 2024 | Criminal Defense, DUI
An experienced DUI attorney can help someone facing a criminal charge in countless ways. From explaining early deadlines to mapping out trial strategy, a DUI attorney will relieve the fear of the unknown and help you focus on family and work during this stressful...
by cooneylaw | Oct 29, 2024 | Auto Accidents, Bodily Injury, Car Accidents
Confusion and stress over auto accident related medical bills can motivate folks to call an attorney for help. Even if a high cost surgery isn’t necessary, ambulance, emergency room and other bills can stack up. These medical bills may be partially or even fully...
by cooneylaw | Oct 22, 2024 | Auto Accidents, Bodily Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Pedestrian Accidents
Auto accidents involving pedestrians and bicyclists often lead to severe injuries or even wrongful death. As our Spokane summer turns to fall many of us enjoy an evening stroll or bike ride with our kids. The sun is setting earlier each day which makes it just a...
by cooneylaw | Oct 15, 2024 | Estate Planning & Probate, Wills
A Living Will is one of several documents that make up a comprehensive estate plan. Living Wills are also called Health Care Directives or Advanced Directives. A Health Care Directive clearly states your wishes regarding the use of certain life-sustaining medical...
by cooneylaw | Oct 8, 2024 | Criminal Defense, DUI
DUI laws for adults set the legal limit for alcohol .08 in Washington State. This limit for alcohol is based on nearly 100 years of medical research. Every couple years, including this last legislative session, there’s talk of lowing this limit. The marijuana DUI...
by cooneylaw | Sep 24, 2024 | Criminal Defense, DUI
Folks arrested for DUI in Washington State do not immediately lose their driver’s license. The key word is “immediately.” Most people face a license suspension starting 30 days after their DUI arrest, but doesn’t start right away. There has been confusion about when...
by cooneylaw | Sep 17, 2024 | Auto Accidents, Bodily Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident, Pedestrian Accidents
Fatal automobile accidents in Washington State increased in 2023 to 810. That’s the most collisions that involved a loss of life since 1990. It’s no secret that excessive speed and impaired/distracted driving are common factors often leading to traffic fatalities....
