by cooneylaw | Apr 15, 2018 | Uninsured/underinsured Motorist Accidents
Your first thought when the at-fault driver tells you he or she has no auto insurance is that you will file a lawsuit in the Washington courts to get the money to cover your damages. After all, if you file a claim against your own insurance, the rates may go up. Is...
by cooneylaw | Mar 30, 2018 | Car Accidents
When it comes to pedestrian accidents, there are many factors to go over, from common causes of an accident to the consequences of being struck by a vehicle. However, it is important for people to understand which age groups are especially prone to fatal pedestrian...
by cooneylaw | Mar 26, 2018 | DUI
During a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrest in Washington State most people will be asked to submit to a breath test for alcohol. However, if the investigating officer suspects impairment from drugs – prescription or non-prescription, then the officer may...
by cooneylaw | Mar 16, 2018 | Car Accidents
For drivers, there are a multitude of hazards to watch out for on the road. Sometimes, these hazards are very obvious, such as roadways that have become covered in thick snow. However, there are other potential risks which also involve weather which may not always be...
by cooneylaw | Mar 2, 2018 | Car Accidents
Motor vehicle collisions can be very difficult for victims and those they love, often resulting in injuries that shatter one’s life and leave them unable to handle responsibilities they have at work or around the house. Sometimes, people are not even able to survive a...
by cooneylaw | Feb 16, 2018 | Animal Bites
We have gone over some of the consequences that dog bite victims may endure after they are attacked, from scars and physical pain to medical costs. If you were attacked by a dog, you may have many questions and could be struggling to work through a variety of issues....
by cooneylaw | Feb 8, 2018 | DUI
In Spokane, Washington the criminal case for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) normally begins the next business day after the arrest. The initial court appearance for a DUI charge is a First Appearance Hearing. This hearing begins with roll call to see who is...
by cooneylaw | Feb 2, 2018 | Car Accidents
Years ago, many people had to choose between public transportation or taking a taxi at certain times. However, thanks to technology such as rideshare apps, people have more decisions in the digital era. While this can be convenient for some, it can also be...
by cooneylaw | Jan 19, 2018 | Car Accidents
Driving in the winter can be difficult and there are many factors that can make the likelihood of a crash even higher. At times, operating a vehicle this time of year can be downright dangerous, but many people get behind the wheel because they have to go to work or...
by cooneylaw | Jan 14, 2018 | DUI
Under Washington State criminal law Pretrial Conditions of Release (COR’s) are legal restrictions ordered by a judge after someone has been accused of a crime, like Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Domestic Violence Assault (DV). Most people accused of a...
