Legal Blog

Here you can find a variety of posts covering various Criminal Defense, DUI and Personal Injury topics. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. in Colorado Springs, Colorado has provided these legal blogs as a way to help you learn more about what to expect during your case.

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Firm News, Personal Injury

New Heights Scholarship 2023

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New Heights Scholarship 2023

Whether you wish to pursue a career in law, education, medicine, engineering, social services, or countless other fields, your path to success begins by choosing the right education. To help you reach your goals and secure a brighter future, the Bussey Law Firm, P.C. offers a $1,000 scholarship to a deserving student every year. Our […]

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Personal Injury

The “Eggshell” Plaintiff and Pre-Existing Conditions

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The “Eggshell” Plaintiff and Pre-Existing Conditions

It is common for someone involved in a motor vehicle crash to experience injuries. But what happens if the injured person already had an injury and the crash made it worse? For example, imagine a 60-year-old woman with degenerative disk disease is struck by another driver. The crash causes her back to suffer an injury greater than […]

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Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI

How to Use the “No Driving Defense” in Colorado DUI Cases

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How to Use the “No Driving Defense” in Colorado DUI Cases

If you’ve been charged with a DUI for drinking, you may be able to challenge the lab results in court. And there are also effective legal strategies for challenging driving under the influence of drugs (DUID) charges in Colorado. When a police officer pulls you over and charges you with DUI, it’s clear that you were driving the […]

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Car Accidents, Personal Injury

A Expressive Aphasia from Car Crashes and Other Accidents

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A Expressive Aphasia from Car Crashes and Other Accidents

Expressive Aphasia is a neurological condition that impairs your speech and communication skills. Caused by damage to the part of the brain that controls language, aphasia makes it difficult or impossible to speak clearly, read, write, or follow conversations. People who suffer from aphasia find it very frustrating. It’s important for friends and family members […]

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Criminal Defense

Is It Arson in CO If You Started the Fire Accidentally?

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Is It Arson in CO If You Started the Fire Accidentally?

Arson is one of the most serious property crimes. It causes billions of dollars in property damage and thousands of people die in fires every year. There is no statute of limitations for arson, and conviction for felony arson carries severe penalties. If convicted of felony arson, you will be facing strict fines and years […]

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Personal Injury, Truck Accident

Why Truckers Fall Asleep at the Wheel

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Why Truckers Fall Asleep at the Wheel

Truck Driver Safety Unfortunately, truck accidents are relatively standard in Colorado. While the number of trucks involved in fatal crashes in 2020 decreased by 4% from 2019, it’s still 33% higher than in 2011. In addition, the number of deaths caused by large truck crashes increased by 31% from 2011 to 2020. Trucker fatigue is […]

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Car Accidents, Personal Injury

How Winter Weather Plus Parking Garages Equals Danger

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How Winter Weather Plus Parking Garages Equals Danger

Colorado Springs is beautiful in the wintertime. The snow-capped mountains and sparkling city lights are a sight to behold. However, ice and snow can make roads, sidewalks, and parking garages slippery, creating a hazardous environment. According to a recent study, parking garages are the most dangerous places to park your car in the winter. In […]

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Criminal Defense

The Main Signs Police Look for to Find Drunk Drivers

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The Main Signs Police Look for to Find Drunk Drivers

Drunk Driving Signs Police officers receive special training to help them identify intoxicated drivers on the road. This training includes learning to look for specific behaviors that may indicate intoxication, such as swerving, speeding, or braking erratically. If a police officer suspects a driver may be intoxicated, they will likely pull the driver over for […]

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Assault, Criminal Defense

What Does it Mean to Be Charged with Strangulation in Colorado?

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DWAI Penalties in Colorado

What Is Strangulation? You have been charged with Assault in The Second Degree, involving alleged strangulation. What does that mean? A pertinent statute, subsection 18-3-203 (1)(i), C.R.S., states in part, “A person commits the crime of assault in the second degree if with the intent to cause bodily injury, he or she applies sufficient pressure […]

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Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI

New DUI Prevention Technology Is on the Way

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New DUI Prevention Technology Is on the Way

According to a recent study, nearly one-third of all car accidents in the United States are caused by drivers who are under the influence of alcohol. Every year, hundreds of people are killed or injured in accidents caused by drunk drivers. These accidents often involve innocent bystanders who are caught in the crossfire. In addition to […]

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