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Family Law Mediation – What and Why?
Family law mediation is a process that can help those involved in family law matters, such as divorce or child custody, resolve issues outside of court. In mediation, a neutral third party, called the mediator, will guide conversation between the parties. The goal...
How are Baby DUI’s Different?
Baby DUI refers to the criminal charge of Driver Under Twenty-one Consuming Alcohol or Cannabis. The elements of a Baby DUI are different from an adult DUI and consequences can be, too. A Baby DUI charge still triggers both a court case and a Department of Licensing...
One DUI Charge. Two Separate Cases
A DUI charge in Spokane will likely lead to two separate cases. There will be a criminal case in court and a separate Department of Licensing (DOL) administrative case. The two cases are completely independent. This means you can win one and lose the other so it's...
Pedestrian Collisions On the Rise
Pedestrian collisions in Spokane have climbed nearly 40% in recent years. Excessive speed and distracted driving are among the most common causes for these accidents. Drivers need to slow down and minimize distractions. Pedestrians can also do plenty of things to keep...
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...