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How to protect yourself when dealing with sexual harassment at work
Sexual harassment in the workplace can make a person feel like they have to leave their job and potentially stagnate their professional growth. All too often, sexual harassment claims get dismissed by companies because they strongly feel like the whole case is based...
Under the Limit AND Under Arrest for DUI?
DUI laws can be tricky when it comes to legal limits for marijuana and alcohol. Washington State law allows folks who are 21 and older to have a small amount of alcohol and/or marijuana in their blood and still legally drive. Obviously, drivers will have a problem if...
Understand how a power of attorney can help you
Many people overlook estate planning because they think they will have plenty of time to get everything in writing before something happens. The fact is that you never know when life will throw something unexpected your way. One component of the estate plan that can...
Driver gets DUI in a Tow Truck
Drivers arrested for DUI in Spokane, Washington often deal with their vehicle towed from the scene. Law enforcement often call a towing company to come get the vehicle unless the it’s parked in a safe location or unless someone like a friend or family member can...
How to stay safe on Independence Day 2020
The Fourth of July has always been a favorite holiday among Americans, and there’s no reason to think that this year will be any different. Unfortunately, it’s also the most dangerous day of the year to be out on the roads. Why is driving so dangerous on the Fourth of...
Bigger Cars are Safer for their Drivers
Automobile accidents follow one of the most basic laws of physics: momentum conservation. In a two car collision the momentum of each vehicle prior to the collision is equal to the momentum of each vehicle after the collision. The transfer of forces to and from each...
Broken bones can lead to major complications
Many people think of broken bones as a relatively minor injury that can occur when you’re in a motor vehicle crash or suffer from a fall. While it is true that they can heal without incident, there are also instances in which they can lead to serious complications....
Shorter Driver License Deadline for DUI’s
An arrest for DUI in Washington State gives rise to two separate cases: a criminal case in court and a completely separate Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) case. An arrest for DUI leads to both a mandatory court appearance the next business day and a...
DUI in a UTV… Yup!
You can get a DUI in Washington State driving almost anything. Most DUI’s occur when someone drives their car after consuming too much alcohol at a restaurant, bar or an event. Law enforcement often pulls them over for speeding or failing to use a turn signal and now...
Fleeing driver causes multiple collisions in Spokane Valley
Reckless and dangerous drivers truly have no place on the roads. They make it unsafe for anyone else to be present or to enjoy themselves. Drivers tend to follow the rules, but it only takes one person to make a mistake that results in a serious crash or fatality....