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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Understanding Uber’s Insurance Coverage: What You Need to Know

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Whether you’re a passenger or a driver, enduring an car accident is a devastating experience, and you may not know where to turn for help. If your accident involved an Uber driver, you’ll want to speak with an experienced Uber accident attorney right away. We can help you learn more about the company’s complex insurance […]

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Motorcycle Accidents

A Motorcyclist’s Guide to Colorado’s Comparative Fault Laws

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Colorado follows a comparative fault rule, meaning compensation for injured motorcyclists can be influenced by their degree of fault in an accident. If found partially responsible, their compensation may be reduced proportionately. Colorado also applies modified comparative negligence, barring recovery if the injured party is 50% or more at fault. This system emphasizes determining fault […]

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Criminal Defense, Gun Law

Guns in Airports: The Penalties You May Face

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In some states in America, we enjoy the right to bear arms as protected under the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution. However, different states have different restrictions on where and when those firearms may be carried. In Colorado, for example, felons lose the right to own firearms upon conviction. However, there is one place where even […]

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Domestic Violence

Is Domestic Violence a ‘Sentencing Enhancement’ in Colorado?

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Domestic violence cases involve incidents of physical, emotional, or psychological abuse between intimate partners or household members. Colorado has stringent laws addressing such offenses, with penalties ranging from fines to imprisonment, depending on the severity of the abuse. Legal measures include protective orders to ensure victim safety and support services to assist survivors. Authorities and […]

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Criminal Defense

How Long Will My Criminal Defense Case Take to Resolve?

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Issues regarding the duration of a criminal defense case revolve around the right to a speedy trial guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Factors impacting case duration include court backlog, case complexity, and negotiation processes. Delays may infringe upon the defendant’s constitutional rights, prompting legal challenges. Balancing the defendant’s right to a […]

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