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DUI’s and Legal Limits for Alcohol
Washington State DUI law sets the legal limit for alcohol at .08 if you’re 21 or older. There is talk in Olympia about lowering this limit. Setting a legal limit implies drivers can legally drive with some amount of alcohol in their body, but it can be confusing....
When Will a DUI End With a Blood Draw?
Most DUI arrests end with a breath test, not a blood draw. There are, however, a couple different ways a DUI can lead to a blood draw. If law enforcement believes a driver is impaired by something other than alcohol, then they might request a blood draw. Sometimes...
Take These Steps After an Auto Accident
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. If necessary, then immediately call 911. Next, evaluate whether...
Should I Blow on the Roadside PBT?
During a DUI investigation, drivers are often asked to submit to a roadside Preliminary Breath Test (PBT). The PBT is a handheld device that tests your breath alcohol content (BAC). Sometimes these are called Portable Breath Tests. Under Washington State law PBT...
What Happens If You Die Without a Will?
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, if you die without a Will, Washington State law kicks in and applies a formula to...
To Blow or Not to Blow. That is the Question
Most people arrested for DUI in Spokane County will be asked to perform a Breath Alcohol Content test (BAC). This test measures the amount of alcohol transferred from your blood to the air in your lungs. There are two main BAC tests in Washington State: a roadside...
Short Deadlines for DUI’s and DOL
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 separate from court. You can win the DOL case, but still lose in the courtroom and vice...
Do I Have To Perform Roadside DUI Tests?
Roadside DUI tests are voluntary in Washington State. Whether it’s your first time being pulled over or you’ve tried these tests before, most folks are better off refusing them. These tests can be difficult to perform correctly under perfect environmental conditions....
DUI Arrests During the Holidays
Most years DUI arrests jump up during the holiday season in Spokane. Many people take time off from work around the holidays. This can lead to an extra drink when they’re out for dinner or with friends at a local bar. Other folks might to travel to where they grew up...
Sexual Harassment at Company Holiday Parties
People often think of sexual harassment as conduct inside the workplace during business hours. The reality is that sexual harassment can happen anytime, including business trips and after-work gatherings, including holiday parties. Generally, an employer is...