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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Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Do Hands-Free Devices Really Improve Safety?

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Do Hands-Free Devices Really Improve Safety?

When cellphones became prevalent in the United States, so did distracted driving. Eventually, hand-free devices were invented in an attempt to curb the ever-growing issue of drivers taking calls or texting while driving. Now that this technology has been with us for over a decade, it is truly time to ask, do they actually help […]

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Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Getting the Most Out of Your Accident Claim

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Getting the Most Out of Your Accident Claim

After an accident caused by a negligent driver, you may find yourself in the position of having to file a claim. While the insurance adjuster assigned to work on your case will try to make the claims process sound easy, the truth is that the insurance company will be doing everything they can to give […]

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Personal Injury

A Dog’s Bite Is Always Worse Than Its Bark

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A Dog’s Bite Is Always Worse Than Its Bark

Nearly five million people are bitten by dogs every year in the U.S., as reported by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). In a recent year, close to 27,000 people needed reconstructive surgery for dog bites, according to dogsbite.org. What is the most alarming, however, is that fact that nearly one in every five dog bites […]

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Criminal Defense, Drugs

Schedule I and II Drugs No Longer Carry Felony Charges in CO

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Schedule I and II Drugs No Longer Carry Felony Charges in CO

A new Colorado law went into effect at the beginning of March 2020. House Bill 19-1263, which was signed into law by the governor in May 2019, essentially defelonizes the possession of small amounts of Schedule I and II substances, such as cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl. Under the new law, if you are caught in possession of a […]

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Criminal Defense, Drugs

Drug Classification: What You Should Know

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Drug Classification What You Should Know

In the 1970’s, our government declared war on drugs. In an effort to end drug addictions and keep Americans happy and healthy, the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) was signed into law. The law laid out a new labeling system for drugs, as well as what penalties users and distributors should face. This system sorts drugs by how […]

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Criminal Defense, Theft Crimes

Do You Know the Difference Between Theft and Robbery?

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Do You Know the Difference Between Theft and Robbery?

Theft and robbery seem like interchangeable terms. They both mean that something was stolen, right? Well, technically, yes. But that doesn’t mean a charge of theft and a charge of robbery are the same thing. In the eyes of the law, the two crimes are distinct. Both have their own legal definitions, penalties, and ramifications. […]

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Criminal Defense

Deregistration from the Sex Offender Registry

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Deregistration from the Sex Offender Registry

Are you required to register with the sex offender registry? Chances are you have experienced negative consequences as a result. Registration requires the registrant to provide a lot of personal details. Because the registry is open to the public, anyone has access to this personal information. This opens up the potential for discrimination, threats, and unwanted […]

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Personal Injury

The Colorado Springs Curfew – Is It Legal?

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The Colorado Springs Curfew – Is It Legal

Widespread public unrest and protests stemming from the homicide of George Floyd while in the custody of Minneapolis police officers has led Mayor Suthers to enact a curfew within the Colorado Springs city limits. Unless the order is extended, the curfew is in effect between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., beginning Wednesday, June 3, and […]

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Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

Wrongful Death: The Limits, The Exceptions, and The Rules

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Wrongful Death: The Limits, The Exceptions, and The Rules

The sudden loss of a loved one is devastating.  Even more so when it’s unexpected and when someone else caused it.  The emotional toll is great.  The financial loss can be devastating to a family. The History of Wrongful Death Laws Believe it or not, many years ago, when someone killed another, the surviving family […]

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