by cooneylaw | Aug 7, 2019 | Bodily Injury
Walking is a great exercise for you that is enjoyed by many Washington residents. However, with its many benefits comes the slight risk of being a pedestrian involved in an automobile accident. Consequences of being hit by a motorist can range from a bodily injury...
by cooneylaw | Jul 30, 2019 | Criminal Defense
The Spokane Therapeutic Courts Foundation was formed in 2012 in an effort to give those battling drug addiction and mental-health challenges the opportunity to enter into a court supervised treatment program. Currently, there are 83 therapeutic courts throughout...
by cooneylaw | Jul 26, 2019 | Employment Law
If you are an employed pregnant woman in Washington, you are no doubt trying to reach a balance between fulfilling your job with pride and caring for your growing body. This is equally true once you have given birth to your baby and hope to maintain an equilibrium...
by cooneylaw | Jul 22, 2019 | Uncategorized
Many emotions come to light when you are going through a divorce. These can make the process more challenging because they can seep into every area of your life. They can also make it much more difficult to make sound decisions during the legal process. If you have...
by cooneylaw | Jul 16, 2019 | DUI
When someone is charged with a DUI in Washington State a Deferred Prosecution is one of several potential resolutions. After a complete investigation of the evidence and after negotiations with the prosecuting attorney your attorney should present all options for...
by cooneylaw | Jul 11, 2019 | Bodily Injury
While most dogs in Washington are friendly and make good pets, there are still circumstances that may lead them to bite. In many cases, the victim of a dog bite is a child. Responding correctly if a dog bites your child may help you reduce the risk of further injury...
by cooneylaw | Jul 2, 2019 | DUI
The Washington State Courts’ DUI Sentencing Grid details the mandatory minimum penalties for misdemeanor DUI convictions. The sentencing grid attempts to simplify the penalties found in RCW 46.61.5055. The grid is split into columns by number of prior offenses...
by cooneylaw | Jun 23, 2019 | Bodily Injury
When people are preparing for a surgical procedure in Washington, they often take into consideration the suggestions of their health care provider for behaviors they can implement to prepare for a successful surgery. However, this kind of attention should also be...
by cooneylaw | Jun 14, 2019 | DUI
DUI cases often start as a normal traffic stop for speeding or some other traffic violation. When these stops occur it is important to understand your rights and the consequences of performing or refusing roadside DUI tests. More often than not in Washington State...
by cooneylaw | Jun 8, 2019 | Family Law
Divorce may be necessary in a number of circumstances, such as someone who is in an abusive marriage. Some people are married to a spouse who is very aggressive and always angry, and this may result in abusive behavior that even threatens the safety of their spouse....
