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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Personal Injury

Your Colorado Personal Injury Glossary

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Your Colorado Personal Injury Glossary

When you or a loved one are in the process of pursuing compensation for a personal injury, you will likely see or hear various terms that may be unfamiliar to you. This glossary should clear most of those up, though you should consult a knowledgeable personal injury attorney if you have any more specific questions. Comparative Negligence […]

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Firm News

The Bussey Law Firm Wins A Decisive Victory at the Court Of Appeals

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The Bussey Law Firm Wins A Decisive Victory at the Court Of Appeals

The Bussey Law Firm PC is known nationally as a leader in litigation and innovative trial strategy. The Bussey Law Firm PC scored a major victory in the Colorado Court of Appeals when in prevailed in the case of Emmons v. Department of Revenue, 18CA1347.   In Emmons, The Bussey Law Firm PC challenged the jurisdiction of the […]

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Car Accidents, Personal Injury

How Many Vehicles Can Colorado Handle?

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How Many Vehicles Can Colorado Handle

Colorado is home to two of the top ten places to live in the USA, according to a report from CNBC, so it’s not surprising that the Colorado population has increased by almost 15% in the last ten years, adding over 700,000 new residents in that short time. Unfortunately, the roads of Colorado were not designed to […]

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Firm News, Personal Injury

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. Announces 2020 New Heights Scholarship

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The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. Announces 2020 New Heights Scholarship

Last year, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was amazed at the support shown for our 2019 New Heights Scholarship and are happy to announce another round for 2020! The 2020 New Heights Scholarship is a nationwide award that will provide one high school senior or college student with a $1,000 grand prize to help further […]

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Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Marijuana Leads to More Crashes

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Marijuana Leads to More Crashes

Cannabis, like alcohol, has measurable physiological effects that impair critical driving abilities, as reported by the Colorado Department of Transportation. Marijuana affects driving skills in several ways, including:   Slowed reaction time Impaired cognitive performance Difficulties with road tracking and lane position variability Decreased and divided attention Impaired executive functions, such as route planning, decision-making, […]

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Criminal Defense

How to Seal a Criminal Record

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How to Seal a Criminal Record

In the age of the internet, your private affairs and information are more public than ever. And it’s only getting worse. Particularly bothersome is the public’s ability to locate and retrieve criminal records. If you have applied for school, a job, or even a volunteer position recently, you certainly know that businesses can and do […]

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Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Is a Crash on Campus Handled Differently, When It Comes to Filing a Claim?

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Is a Crash on Campus Handled Differently, When It Comes to Filing a Claim

When someone is injured in a car crash on a college campus, the legal actions the victim takes to recover damages may be slightly different than when a collision occurs on a city street. This problem was raised by a recent case in which a Colorado State University freshman died from injuries after being struck […]

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Criminal Defense, Felony Theft Crimes

A Primer on Identity Theft & Fraud

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A Primer on Identity Theft & Fraud

In Colorado, a range of illegal actions can lead to a fraud charge. Fraud is considered a “white-collar crime,” which is defined as an act of deception to secure unlawful or unfair financial or personal gain. A fraudulent act can lead to both criminal and civil charges. In cases of high-value losses, the damaged party […]

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