by cooneylaw | Sep 14, 2018 | Car Accidents
From distracted driving to accidents caused by the use of alcohol or illegal drugs, there are a plethora of reasons why motor vehicle crashes happen. There are many other risk factors to be aware of, some of which may be less common but equally concerning. For...
by cooneylaw | Sep 7, 2018 | DUI
Recently, a Washington State University football player was accused of Baby DUI. It appears he was under 21 years of age and driving in Pullman, Washington with a breath alcohol content of .076. He’ll likely have to fight two separate cases: one against the...
by cooneylaw | Aug 31, 2018 | Car Accidents
For many people, coffee is part of a morning routine, an essential step in getting ready for the day ahead. Often, people who drink coffee and other hot beverages bring their drink behind the wheel, especially if they do not have a lot of time (such as those who have...
by cooneylaw | Aug 18, 2018 | Uninsured/underinsured Motorist Accidents
When it comes to motor vehicle collisions, the consequences can be incredibly overwhelming, whether victims experience mental trauma, debilitating injuries or lose their lives. These challenges can be especially difficult for car crash victims in Spokane and across...
by cooneylaw | Aug 16, 2018 | DUI
The Washington State Traffic Safety Commission has announced extra Driving Under the Influence (DUI) patrols starting in August and running through Labor Day Weekend (see link at the end of this post). This can be an especially dangerous time on the roadways around...
by cooneylaw | Aug 7, 2018 | DUI
When a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrest occurs in Washington State the government does not immediately take away someone’s driver’s license. The key word is “immediately.” Many people think they lose their license at the time they are...
by cooneylaw | Aug 3, 2018 | Car Accidents
There are a number of hazards present on the road, from the recklessness of other drivers to poor weather conditions including snow and heavy rain. However, the very nature of certain parts of the road can be dangerous, from steep hills to sharp turns. There are many...
by cooneylaw | Aug 1, 2018 | Severance Agreement
Sometimes when an employee is leaving their job they are asked to sign a severance agreement by their employer. A severance agreement is a contract between an employee and an employer which spells out the rights and responsibilities of both sides in the event the...
by cooneylaw | Jul 21, 2018 | Car Accidents
There are different factors that can make the likelihood of a motor vehicle collision go up. For example, driving under the influence and using a cell phone while operating a vehicle are widely-recognized risk factors. However, there are other times when a crash may...
by cooneylaw | Jul 17, 2018 | Car Accidents
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Car Accidents are a serious problem in Washington State. These are accidents where the driver causing the car crash has no automobile liability insurance coverage or not enough coverage to fully compensate those who were injured....
