Personal Injury Legal Blog

Here you can find a variety of posts covering various 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.

Read our blog and then contact us for a free legal consultation.

Motorcycle Accidents

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

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 [...]

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Car Accidents

The Most Common Things That Distract Negligent Drivers

Distracted driving accidents are alarmingly prevalent and pose significant dangers on roads worldwide. They occur when drivers divert attention from the road by texting, making phone calls, eating, or adjusting [...]

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Bicycle Accident

The Most Common Ways That Bicycle Accidents Occur

Bicycle accidents are complex events with various contributing factors. However, the biggest threat to cyclists is drivers who do unsafe maneuvers and fail to look out for bicyclists.

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Bicycle Accident

Do I need a lawyer for my Douglas County, CO bicycle accident case?

Accidents involving bicycles can be not only physically devastating but also legally complex. In Douglas County, CO, if you find yourself a victim of a bicycle accident, you might be [...]

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Motorcycle Accidents

Injuries Commonly Sustained in Douglas County, CO Motorcycle Accidents

Accidents on the roads can be traumatic, especially when involving motorcycles. In Douglas County, CO, motorcycle accidents are unfortunately not uncommon, and they often result in severe injuries. Understanding the [...]

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Car Accidents

Common Injuries in Fremont County, CO Car Accidents

In the scenic landscapes of Fremont County, Colorado, the joy of driving can quickly turn into a nightmare when car accidents occur. The aftermath of such incidents often involves physical [...]

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Personal Injury

What Is a Contingency Fee Agreement in Fremont County, CO Personal Injury Law

Personal injury cases can be complex and emotionally challenging experiences for individuals who have suffered harm due to someone else’s negligence. When seeking justice and compensation in Fremont County, Colorado, [...]

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Bicycle Accident

What to expect at a Douglas County, CO bicycle accident mediation or trial

In the aftermath of a bicycle accident in Douglas County, CO, victims often find themselves facing a complex legal journey. The decision to pursue mediation or go to trial is [...]

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Motorcycle Accidents

What to Expect During a Colorado Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit

In the aftermath of a motorcycle accident in Colorado, the road to recovery can be challenging, both physically and emotionally. Amidst the chaos, understanding the legal process that follows becomes [...]

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Car Accidents

What to Do Immediately After a Car Accident in Colorado Springs, CO

Car accidents can happen to anyone, anytime, and anywhere, including the picturesque city of Colorado Springs, Colorado. When you find yourself in such an unfortunate situation, it’s essential to know [...]

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Personal Injury

What Is a Personal Injury Case in Colorado?

Accidents can happen to anyone, at any time, and often result in personal injuries. When you’re injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may have the grounds to file a [...]

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Motorcycle Accidents

Are Motorcycles That Much More Dangerous Than Cars?

Although motorcycles are often associated with a sense of freedom and adventure on the open road, they are considerably more dangerous than cars. Riders must prioritize safety, wear protective gear, [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

How Does Alcohol Physically Impair the Ability of Drivers

Operating a motor vehicle is a huge responsibility. SUVs, cars, and trucks weigh thousands of pounds, and when they crash into a motorcycle, bicycle, pedestrian, or automobile, the results are often devastating. When a [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

What Is a Phantom Vehicle and Why Are They So Common?

A phantom vehicle puts others on the road at risk – it has its headlights off after dark. Headlights are essential for safety from dusk to dawn. In Colorado, drivers [...]

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Personal Injury

How Loss of Consortium Claims Work in Colorado Lawsuits

In Colorado, loss of consortium refers to the loss of moral support, affection, companionship, and sexual relations suffered by a spouse. It is an important element in personal injury claims as it [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Why Amazon Delivery Drivers Rush, Endangering Us All

Amazon is known for its speedy delivery service. As convenient as it is to have an order placed and delivered as quickly as the next day, this benefit comes at [...]

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Bodily Injury Criminal Defense

When Does “Bodily Injury” Become “Serious Bodily Injury”?

In Colorado, there is a substantial difference between the terms “bodily injury” and “serious bodily injury.” Bodily injury refers to minor injuries, such as cuts and bruises. Serious bodily injury [...]

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Personal Injury

Why You Need an Attorney Who Knows How Insurance Companies Work

Working in the Insurance Industry Prior to going to law school, I worked for one of the largest insurance companies in the U.S. I was taught how to investigate and [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

How Dashcams Help Colorado Injury Claims

As the name implies, dashcams are cameras mounted on the dashboard of your vehicle. They can record footage of the road ahead and, in some cases, record what is happening [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

New Heights Scholarship 2023 Winner Announced

At the Bussey Law Firm, P.C., we provide vigorous criminal defense for our clients. We also represent clients who have personal injury claims by giving you individualized legal services. Our [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Comparative Negligence in Colorado

Auto accidents happen every day in Colorado. Often, more than one party is at least partially at fault. For example, two cars collide in an intersection. One car was turning left. [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

Announcing Our 2023 New Heights Scholarship Finalists

At The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., we’re extremely pleased to announce the finalists for this year’s $1000 New Heights Scholarship: Ryan B. Victoria H. Becca C. Joshua K. Elsa Z.   [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Road Dangers Posed to Us on St. Patrick’s Day

If you go out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, take extra care on the roads. March 17 is one of the most dangerous days of the year. Traditionally, St. Paddy’s [...]

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Personal Injury Premises Liability

Colorado Ski Resorts and Injuries–What Does My Waiver Mean?

Colorado is well-known for its skiing. As one of the top ski destinations in the world, skiing generates over $4.5 billion dollars in economic output, supports more than 45,000 jobs, [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

How AI Could Help Prevent Truck Accidents

In a recent year, nearly 5,000 people in the U.S. were killed and 147,000 were injured in traffic crashes involving large trucks, as reported by the National Safety Council (NSC). [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

The Role of the NTSB After a Truck Accident

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is an independent federal agency. It is charged by Congress with investigating every civil aviation accident in the U.S. and significant accidents in other [...]

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Personal Injury

Recovering Damages in a Colorado Personal Injury Case

Serious personal injury cases alter lives forever. The costs of medical care, damaged property, and lost income can be exorbitant. These examples are all hard costs. But, how does someone [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

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% [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

How Incorrect Downhill Truck Braking Could Hurt Coloradans

Truck accidents are a severe problem in Colorado. Hundreds of people are killed in truck accidents yearly, and many more are injured. Truck accidents often involve large trucks, such as 18-wheelers, [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

The Causes of Toll Booth Lane Accidents

Crashes that occur in a toll booth lane between vehicles and pedestrians are just as serious as any other crash that happens on the road. They can cause extensive property [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

When Animals Contribute To Wrong-Way Accidents

In Colorado, you may encounter different types of animals on the road, including livestock and wild animals. Wild animal accidents often include deer, fox, squirrels, and other animals. In Colorado, [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

Dangerous and Common Trucking Industry Practices

Have you been in an accident with a truck driver? Do you think some negligence from the truck driver or their company was involved? After an accident, you need qualified [...]

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Personal Injury Wrongful Death

Five Things You Should Know About Wrongful Death Claims in Colorado

The loss of a loved one is always a tragic and devastating experience and impacts us for the rest of our lives. A loss is even more devastating when it [...]

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Personal Injury

What Happens if Your Injury Case Goes to Trial?

If you’ve been injured and you’ve filed a lawsuit, there’s a chance your case could go to trial. The court process can be lengthy and complicated, so it’s essential to [...]

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Personal Injury

What is a Settlement Mill and Why You Don’t Want One

Settlements are becoming increasingly common for personal injury case resolutions. Many people are now familiar with the term, but they might not know what it really means. While a settlement [...]

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Personal Injury Premises Liability

What to Do After an Accident at a Rental Property

When you own a rental property in Colorado, you need to be aware of the duties of care that you owe your tenants and the right way to handle issues [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

What To Do if You Were Hurt in a Crash on a Highway

Driving on the highway is a lot more difficult than driving on regular streets within the city and suburbs. Unfortunately, this also means that crashes on the highway can be [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Why It’s Important to Call a Lawyer Immediately After a Car Accident

A car accident can be a truly shocking and emotionally taxing event in your life. People often think that it will never happen to them, so it really takes them [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Colorado Springs Accidents Involving Uber

Dealing with the insurance company after a standard car accident is difficult enough, but when you are forced to deal with a ride-sharing company like Uber or Lyft, you will [...]

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Personal Injury Premises Liability

Hurt in an Accident Caused by Your Landlord’s Negligence?

You and your family have the right to be safe where you live. That’s why your landlord has a responsibility to address hazardous conditions in a timely manner, before you [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

How to Drive Safely Around Big Trucks

Trucks are massive, and they take a lot longer to stop than cars. That’s why drivers and passengers in regular vehicles, bicyclists, motorcycle riders and pedestrians are all vulnerable to the ravages of truck accidents. In [...]

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Personal Injury Sports Injuries

Compensation May Be Available for Sports Injuries

Sports and recreational activities are a wonderful way to stay in shape, meet new people, and enjoy the great outdoors. Participating in organized leagues, river rafting, and snowboard rentals are [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

New Rule Allows 18-Year-Olds to Drive Trucks Across State Lines

The trucking industry in America is dealing with a shortage of qualified drivers. Currently, a shortage of 80,000 truck drivers is adversely affecting the supply chain, as reported by Fortune. In [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Who’s Responsible for Car Accidents During a Colorado Springs Power Outage?

A power outage can wreak havoc on the flow of traffic in Colorado Springs. When traffic signals go out completely or a yellow light starts flashing in every direction at [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

What Led to a Dramatic Increase in Colorado Accident Fatalities?

More people died in Colorado motor vehicle accidents in 2021 than in any other year in nearly two decades. Statewide, the number of traffic deaths increased by 50% from 10 years ago. [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

How to Maximize Your Personal Injury Claim

If you have been seriously hurt because of someone else’s negligence, you will want to recover full compensation for the losses you have suffered. The following tips can help you [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

The Impact of Covid on Colorado Auto Safety

Like other states, Colorado has seen an increase in traffic deaths since the global pandemic began. Traffic fatalities had increased by 15% in Colorado by November 2021, as reported by Fox [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

What Dangers Should You Look Out for on Highways in Colorado Springs?

Driving on Colorado roadways today is one of the most dangerous things we can do. Traffic crashes killed 672 people statewide in 2021 – the highest number of fatalities in [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Recommended Automobile Maintenance to Help Avoid Accidents

Like all machinery, motor vehicles need regular maintenance. In fact, lack of vehicle maintenance can be a contributing factor to accidents. For example, worn brake pads could prevent you from [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Taking Effective Accident Photos

To recover compensation in a personal injury claim, you must show that the other party was negligent and establish the nature and extent of your damages. Photos may provide the [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

What to Do If You Are Injured in a Parking Garage Accident

When you pull off a busy road into a parking lot, the last thing you are expecting is to be involved in a collision. The risk of a crash in [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Why You Should Not Give an Insurance Adjuster a Recorded Statement

After a vehicle accident caused by another driver, you can expect a call from an insurance adjuster who asks you for a recorded statement. These adjusters are trained to sound [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

How Your Family’s Car Insurance May Help After an Accident

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in an accident, you may assume the losses you suffered will be covered by an insurance settlement. When the at-fault [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

How Driver Inexperience Contributes to Truck Accidents

In recent years, the need for truck drivers has significantly increased. While good for the trucking industry, the increase has led to many less experienced truck drivers operating commercial trucks [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Who Is Liable in a Pile-up Accident?

Pile-up accidents are common on highways, where vehicles are traveling at high speeds and need more time and distance to stop. Drivers may not have enough time to avoid hitting [...]

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Boating Accident Personal Injury

Steps to Take After a Boating Accident

Boating is one of the most enjoyable recreational activities in El Paso County, especially during the summer. Nothing beats relaxing on the waters of Grand or Chatfield Lake, but boaters [...]

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Personal Injury

Why Hire The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. When You Have Been Injured in an Accident?

There are many options when a person in Colorado Springs has been injured in an automobile, motorcycle or trucking accident. Who are the best lawyers to hire? Should I retain [...]

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Personal Injury Premises Liability

The Hidden Danger of Parking Lots

While most of us consider the most dangerous roadways to be highways or twisting mountain roads, one in five accidents occur in – parking lots. A parking lot accident can [...]

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Personal Injury Premises Liability

Are Property Owners Liable for Staircase Accidents?

A fall on a staircase can be dangerous, leading to serious injuries. If you or a loved one were injured in a staircase accident, can the property owner be held [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

How New Technology May Prevent Bicycle Accidents

Bicyclists put their lives on the line when they head out on the roads throughout Colorado Springs. Whether out training for a marathon or enjoying our pleasant weather, cyclists are [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

The Deadly Impact of Cargo Spills

We have all driven next to a truck with “Hazardous Material” stamped on its side and felt our whole bodies tense up. Tanker trucks that transport hazardous materials must be [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

How New Vehicles Keep Pedestrians Safer

Pedestrians are the most at-risk group on our roads. Simply crossing the street or stepping out of your car can end in a catastrophic collision and near-fatal injuries if you [...]

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Motorcycle Accidents Personal Injury

Getting the Most Out of Your Motorcycle Accident Claim

The cost of a motorcycle accident can easily bury a person or family. Beyond the simple property damage of a collision, bikers can suffer catastrophic injuries and disabilities that take [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

Collecting Evidence for a Bike Accident Claim

Bicyclists in Colorado Springs are at the mercy of the drivers around them. You might hope that they will always follow the law and avoid driving recklessly, but the unfortunate [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Rideshare Accidents: Who You Can File Against

Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare companies have become more popular than ever in recent years. The two rideshare giants, Uber and Lyft, have captured a major share of passengers departing [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

Dooring: What Makes It Dangerous?

A dooring accident happens when a motorist opens a car door directly in the path of a bicyclist. This sudden obstacle makes a crash inevitable, often seriously injuring the cyclist. [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

Meet the 2021 New Heights Scholarship Winner

The past two weeks have been a whirlwind of debates as our team at The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., worked to decide the winner of the New Heights Scholarship. We [...]

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Personal Injury Wrongful Death

Types of Damages in a Colorado Wrongful Death Claim

After the loss of a loved one, you may be left with leftover medical bills, funeral expenses, a loss of future wages, and other costs that you should not have [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

Welcome the 2021 Finalists of the New Heights Scholarship!

2020 may have been a hard year, but that has clearly not stopped the young people of America from pursuing their dreams and a higher education! We at The Bussey [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

Garbage Trucks: More Dangerous Than You Think

A city needs garbage trucks in order to run properly. Without them, garbage would pile up, and there would be serious hygiene and health problems in Colorado. However, just because [...]

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Personal Injury

The Hidden Dangers of Internal Bleeding

After being involved in a serious accident, like an auto collision, you may be tempted to just go home and count your lucky stars that you survived unscathed. However, not all [...]

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Personal Injury Product Liability

Deadly Auto Defects: From the 1900s to Now

The very first automobile was invented in 1886 and was nothing more than a carriage with a heavy gas engine attached. Ford eventually began mass-manufacturing cars in the early 1910s. [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

How Often Are Hit-and-Runs Solved?

have been the victim of a hit-and-run recently, you may be holding out hope that the police will be able to solve your case quickly. Sadly, the statistics point to [...]

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Personal Injury

Spotting Bad-Faith Insurance in Action

Since an auto insurance company’s job is to provide compensation in the event of a crash, you would assume that making a claim would be an easy process to go [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

The Dangers of a Truck’s Blind Spots

When you are merging or making a turn, you most likely glance over your shoulder to check your blind spot. A blind spot is the area near the back corner [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., Announces 2021 New Heights Scholarship

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., is once again announcing our New Heights Scholarship, this time for the year 2021! Last year’s batch of essays blew us away, and picking a [...]

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Personal Injury

Legal Facts Every Parent Should Know

No parent wants to see their child hurt. In fact, most parents will do everything they can to make sure their children have as safe a life as possible. Sadly, [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

How COVID-19 Caused a Speeding Spike

While the country is slowly opening back up from quarantine, we are all still feeling the effects that COVID-19 has had on our communities. One of the areas impacted has [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Miss and Runs: Just as Dangerous as a Collision

Everyone knows about the horror of a hit and run. You are driving back home from work, doing your best to be responsible and safe, when another driver suddenly comes [...]

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Personal Injury

How to Get Medical Coverage During the Claims Process

After getting in a serious car accident, you will likely have to seek medical help. Depending on your injuries, you may have to get extensive surgeries, countless physical therapy sessions, [...]

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Personal Injury

How to Keep Your Elderly Loved One Safe

The choice to put your elderly loved one in a nursing home is not an easy one. You would only make such a difficult decision with the understanding that your [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Dram Shop Liability: How It Factors Into Your Claim

No one wants to be involved in a drunk driving accident. A drunk driver can destroy your car, leave you with debilitating injuries, and affect your mental state for years [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Personal Injury Wrongful Death

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 [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

The Little Box That Could Make Your Truck Accident Case

Truck accidents are among the most dangerous accidents you could find yourself in. 18-wheelers can weigh upwards of 80,000 lbs. and have the size to match their weight. When a [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

Congratulations to the 2020 New Heights Scholarship Winner!

It seems almost impossible that just two weeks ago we announced the finalists for the 2020 New Heights Scholarship! Since then we have been hard at work reading and re-reading the [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

Say Hello To The Finalists Of The 2020 New Heights Scholarship!

Timothy R. Bussey and his staff have been hard at work reviewing all of the incredible applications and essays for the 2020 New Heights Scholarship since the deadline on Tuesday, [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

Timothy R. Bussey Officially Admitted to the Supreme Court Bar

We are incredibly excited and proud to announce that the founder of The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., Timothy R. Bussey, has been admitted as an attorney and counselor to the Supreme [...]

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Personal Injury

What Do You Need to Know about Colorado’s Negligence Laws?

Personal injury cases hinge on the legal concept of negligence. Negligence is a failure to take reasonable care, which leads to damage or injury to another party. In Colorado, personal injury [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Snow Makes Mountains Hard to Traverse

Snow and ice-caked roads can be tricky to navigate, and particularly in the mountains. Colorado has some of the highest mountain roads in the country. Winter weather on high mountain [...]

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Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Personal Injury

We Welcome Winter, Not Slip and Falls

Freeze warnings have already been issued this year for El Paso County and Colorado Springs, as reported in The Gazette. In Colorado, the average date of the first fall freeze is [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

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 [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

Bike Riding Safety Checklist

Bicycle season is here, and wipeouts are all but inevitable. As reported by People Powered Movement (PPM), there were 45,000 bicycle accidents reported in the U.S. in a recent year. [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

The New Heights Scholarship 2019 Winner

It is June 26th, and we at The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., are ready to announce our scholarship winner. Congratulations to… Sugar T., of Portland, Oregon! We are pleased to [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Have a Safer Road Trip This Summer

The state of Colorado has at least ten unforgettable road trip routes available. That’s according to Matador, the world’s self-proclaimed largest independent traveler network, which boasts 12 million monthly online visitors and [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

Tim Bussey Selects Seven Finalists for 2019 Scholarship

It’s a final “free” summer for many high school seniors. As graduations roll around the country, we at The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., want to celebrate and encourage students who [...]

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Personal Injury

Avoiding Swimming Pool Accidents

We at The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., enjoy swimming with our families during the hot Colorado summer. (Yes, even lawyers cut loose once in a while.) Who doesn’t? It’s a [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

If You’re in a Truck Accident, Get Ready to Meet the Trucking Company’s Legal Team

The insurers that represent commercial trucking companies employ seasoned and formidable teams of lawyers, whose job is to diminish their client’s culpability for accidents and red uce the amount of [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Are Insurance Companies on Your Side?

The fact is, insurance companies do not make money by paying claims fairly. They make money is by paying out as little as they can get away with. To get [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. Announces New Heights Scholarship 2019

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., is proud to announce the 2019 New Heights Scholarship program, which will provide a $500 scholarship to one deserving student from anywhere in the United [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Poor Car Care Can Leave You Liable

Did you know that April is National Car Care Month? It makes sense when you think about it, especially in Colorado, where the harsh winters can do a lot of [...]

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Personal Injury

Who Is Responsible for Your Injuries After a Dog Bite?

Colorado is one of the most dog-friendly states in the nation. According to Safewise, Colorado was the fifth friendliest state for dogs in 2018. With some of the country’s best [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

How Runaway Trucks Endanger Lives on the Road

Colorado’s rugged landscape makes for beautiful scenery, especially when you take a drive down a mountain pass. Unfortunately, this landscape also creates incredibly dangerous conditions for tractor-trailers. In fact, hundreds [...]

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Pedestrian Accidents Personal Injury

Pedestrian v. Vehicle Collisions and the Law

Here’s an obvious fact: when a car hits a person, it’s bad for the person. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2015, there were 5,376 pedestrians killed in [...]

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Personal Injury

Colorado Waivers Do Not Matter When There Is Gross Negligence

Colorado is famous for its outdoor recreation. These activities can be fun for both thrill-seekers and families, and participants can walk away with lifelong memories. Unfortunately, many of these pursuits, [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Street Sweepers Are Immune From Liability in Colorado

It’s a familiar sight in Colorado. Street sweepers, the large machines mounted on truck bodies to vacuum dirt, trash, and debris that has accumulated in streets, can be found in [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Were You the Victim of a Hit-and-Run in Colorado Springs?

It’s a frightening scenario. Another driver smashes into you from behind, spinning you off the road and into the shoulder, but before your head stops spinning, the driver has fled [...]

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Pedestrian Accidents Personal Injury

Parking Lot Accidents – A Danger in Colorado Springs

Most people think parking lots are relatively safe, especially when it comes to car accidents. Sure, there might be an occasional fender bender, but they occur at such low speeds—we [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Summer Road Trip Danger in Colorado

With summer in full swing, the kids are home from school all day and families from around the country are taking time out from their busy schedule for vacations. Colorado [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

Timothy R. Bussey Selected as 10 Best Attorney for Colorado

Timothy R. Bussey, founding lawyer of The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., has distinguished himself yet again by being selected as one of the American Institute of Personal Injury’s Top 10 Attorneys in [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

Prepare for Bicycle Season and Avoid Catastrophic Injuries

Summer is upon us. With it comes the opportunity for outdoor activities such as bicycling. Unfortunately, every summer sees a spike in the number of accidents and severe injuries on [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Slick Road Conditions and Safe Driving in Colorado

Colorado is a state that suffers from extreme weather—it can change from sunny and 65° on Monday to a windy whiteout on Tuesday. Spring sees the potential for volatile storms which bring [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

If You Feel Fatigued, Do Not Risk Driving on Colorado Roads

The National Sleep Foundation recognizes that drowsy driving is a growing problem in its annual “Drowsy Driving Prevention Week” every November. This nationwide campaign comes as studies have shown that fatigued [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

Holiday Traffic Leads to More Truck Accidents

We’re all accustomed to the increased traffic in Colorado around the holidays. Our state’s highways, train stations, bus terminals, and airports become more congested as travelers head or return home [...]

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Personal Injury

Wet Sidewalks Are Hazardous for Colorado Pedestrians

Coloradans are not strangers to hazardous sidewalks. We’re used to severe weather all year round, whether it’s thunderstorms in the summer or blizzards in the winter. These extremes mean that [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Single-Vehicle Accidents Due to Colorado Road Conditions

Accidents happen, but our society likes to lay blame, sometimes, regardless of its accuracy. Drivers who have been involved in a single-car accident probably have firsthand experience with this phenomenon. [...]

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Personal Injury Wrongful Death

Leading Causes of Child Wrongful Death

As a parent, there is nothing worse than the death of a child. The loss of a child is a traumatic and tragic event, not even including the pain you [...]

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Personal Injury Wrongful Death

Common Questions Following a Colorado Springs Child’s Wrongful Death

After the wrongful death or injury of your child you will be left with a lot of questions. These are questions you might not know the answer to, especially when [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. Attends Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Fundraiser

Colorado Springs criminal defense attorney Timothy Bussey and his wife, Christine, recently attended a fundraising event at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. The Busseys are proud long-time supporters of the zoo [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

Common Causes of Colorado Springs Intersection Bike Accidents

Bikes and cars frequently meet at intersections and it is a common place for accidents to occur. The most common type of intersection collision happens when the cyclist is required to stop [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

Broken Bone Injuries Commonly Suffered in Colorado Springs Bike Accidents

Bicycling is more than just a form of recreation for several people throughout Colorado Springs, it’s also a leading mode of transportation. There are unquestionable benefits to riding a bike. [...]

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Personal Injury

Common Serious Colorado Springs Injuries that Lead to Amputations

Amputations usually occur from injuries or diseases that harm parts of the body to the point that damaged tissue cannot heal. Traumatic injuries such as those sustained in automobile or [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Student Injured in Colorado College Campus Accident

A 20-year-old Colorado Springs student was recently struck and dragged by a car while crossing the street. The pedestrian accident occurred at a crosswalk on Cascade Ave. near the Colorado [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Colorado Springs Car Crash Proves Fatal

A driver was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Colorado Springs  near Gallery Road and Powers Boulevard. Officials say the driver was the only person in the car when it [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Best Friends Killed in Colorado Crash

Two young men were killed in a Colorado Springs car accident when their Honda Civic was involved in a head-on collision. The fatal car crash occurred on Austin Bluffs Parkway [...]

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Personal Injury Sports Injuries

Former Players Appeal NFL’s $1 Billion Concussion Plan

As we march toward the Super Bowl, there’s no shortage of talk about the effect of concussions in contact sports like football, hockey, and boxing. There is a large and [...]

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Pedestrian Accidents Personal Injury

Pedestrian Injured in Colorado Springs Parking Lot Accident

A man was seriously injured in a Colorado Springs car accident that happened in a parking lot. According to a Fox 21 news report, the pedestrian accident happened in a South Nevada [...]

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Personal Injury Sports Injuries

Former Players Appeal NFL’s $1 Billion Concussion Plan

As football season inches toward the playoffs, there’s no shortage of talk about the effect of concussions on the sport. There is a large and growing list of former NFL players who [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Three Injured, One Arrested, In Colorado Springs Vehicle Accident

Four people in their 20s were injured when a pickup truck rolled over in Colorado Springs last month. According to the Colorado Springs Gazette, two female passengers were treated for minor injuries at [...]

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Motorcycle Accidents Personal Injury

Motorcyclist Killed On Colorado Interstate 25

According Fox 21 News, a 33 year old motorcyclist was killed last month when he attempted to pass between two trucks on Colorado Interstate 25. While the accident remains under investigation, Colorado [...]

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Pedestrian Accidents Personal Injury

Pedestrian Accident Kills Two in Westminster

A double tragedy happened last week in suburban Westminster, Colorado. According to a news report on Denver’s 9News, the accident happened around 8:45 p.m. on September 3, when a man walking [...]

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Personal Injury

Colorado Children and Pool Safety

Tragedy struck a Colorado family recently. According to a story on Denver’s Fox 31, a four year old girl drowned in a pool at a private residence in Windsor a few [...]

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Firm News Personal Injury

Timothy Bussey Named To “10 Best 2015 Client Satisfaction” List

Timothy Bussey is having quite a year so far. Just three months after becoming the only attorney in the state of Colorado to obtain an ACS Forensic Lawyer-Scientist Designation, Mr. [...]

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Boating Accident Personal Injury

Five Top Tips for Colorado Boating Safety

Boating is one of the summer’s most popular activities in Colorado – but a single boating accident can ruin the entire summer for you, your friends and your loved ones.  [...]

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Motorcycle Accidents Personal Injury

Not Wearing a Motorcycle Helmet DOES NOT Bar Recovery for Damages

Motorcyclists from across the country come to experience Colorado’s open roads and natural beauty every year. Unfortunately, no matter how careful a motorcyclist is when driving on the road, other [...]

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Motorcycle Accidents Personal Injury

Motorcycles and Summer Riding were Meant to go Together

From Rocky Mountain National Park to the Comanche National Grassland, Colorado’s natural beauty is unparalleled. As the temperatures rise, motorcyclists flock to Colorado to ride through the scenery on the [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Lower Gas Prices Mean More Traffic Deaths This Summer, Experts Say

If you knew that this summer was expected to see more traffic deaths than the summer of 2014, would you drive more carefully? Experts – and experienced Colorado car accident [...]

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Personal Injury Wrongful Death

What is a Wrongful Death in a Colorado Accident?

When an injury suffered in a car crash or other Colorado accident proves fatal, the injured person’s surviving family members may be able to bring a wrongful death claim against the at-fault [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

Can a Bicycle Helmet Decrease the Risk of Catastrophic Brain Injuries?

Spring is in full swing in Colorado, which means that adults and children alike are heading out onto the roads to enjoy bicycling. Although Colorado does not require bicyclists to [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

4 of the Most Annoying Things to Do on a Road Trip

Who doesn’t love road trips? There’s nothing more exhilarating than hopping into the car with your friends and setting off on an adventure. Plus, America is made for this. You [...]

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Personal Injury Product Liability

NHTSA Urges GM Vehicle Drivers to Get Ignition Switches Fixed

In recent months, General Motors’ trouble with faulty ignition switches that have caused serious car accidents and deaths has made national news.  Nonetheless, thousands of GM vehicles remain on the [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

For Safer Bicycling, Know Your ABCs

Bicycling safely means making yourself visible, always wearing your helmet, and knowing your route before you leave.  But it also means making sure that your bicycle is in good condition [...]

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Personal Injury Workplace Accident

March is Workplace Eye Safety Awareness Month

The human eye is one of the most delicate organs in the body, yet it is also one of the organs we rely on most heavily.  Any number of workplace [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

FMCSA Funds Study to Improve Fatigue Rates Among Truck Drivers

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently began funding a study to learn more about the best ways to prevent fatigue in truck drivers. Fatigue is a major cause of truck [...]

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Personal Injury Product Liability

NHTSA Recalls 2.1 Million Vehicles for Air Bag Defects

Over 2.1 million vehicles have become the subject of a safety recall recently issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), according to a recent article in the Detroit Free [...]

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Personal Injury Product Liability

Automaker Honda Faces Fines for Failing to Report Injuries and Deaths

Honda Motor Co’s U.S. subsidiary, American Honda, has agreed to pay two $35 million fines, totaling $70 million, after failing to report hundreds of injuries, deaths, and other complaints related [...]

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Personal Injury

January is One of the Riskiest Months for House Fires

While you’re making your New Year’s resolutions, consider adding “check our household fire safety” to the list. January is one of the worst months for house fires, according to the [...]

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Personal Injury Sports Injuries

Study Finds Girls’ Symptoms After Concussion May Differ From Boys

A study of over 9,000 teenage concussion patients published in the journal PLOS ONE recently suggests that, after a concussion, girls may struggle with symptoms that are different from boys’ symptoms – [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Choosing the Right Type of Rear-Facing Car Seat For Your Child

Rear-facing car seats offer the best protection for infants and toddlers in case of a Colorado car accident. The design of the seat protects the child’s developing head, neck, and spine in [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

NHTSA Aims to Make It Easier to Survive a Bus Rollover Crash

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently proposed new regulations aimed at improving passenger survival when a commercial bus rolls over. Rollover accidents are one of the most deadly [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Child Severely Injured in Colorado Springs Car Crash

A child was seriously injured after a three-car crash at a Colorado Springs intersection. Fox 21 News reports that the injury crash occurred at the intersection of Astrozon Boulevard and Academy Boulevard. [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Colorado Springs Woman Critically Injured in Car Crash

A 77-year-old woman suffered critical injuries in a car crash, according to a report in The Gazette. Police say, a vehicle traveling northbound on Powers Boulevard attempted to make a left [...]

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Pedestrian Accidents Personal Injury

Elementary School Student Injured in Colorado Springs Crash

A Pioneer Elementary School student was struck and injured by a driver near the school. According to a Fox 21 news report, the incident occurred at the intersection of Beechwood Court and [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Rollover Crash in Colorado Springs Proves Fatal

A rollover crash on Highway 9 claimed the life of a passenger, KKTV News reports. Colorado State Patrol officials say the driver, a 43-year-old man, overcorrected when he drifted off the right [...]

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Pedestrian Accidents Personal Injury

Crosswalk Laws in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs personal injury lawyers understand that the failure on the part of motorists to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in crosswalks is one of the major causes of deadly [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Students Killed in Two Separate Colorado Springs Crashes

Within a 14-hour period on the same road, two Calhan students were killed and a third was critically injured. According to a news report in The Gazette, the two crashes occurred [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Dealing with Insurance Companies after your Colorado Springs Auto Accident

If you have been injured in a Colorado Springs car accident, you will have to deal with insurance adjusters. It is important to remember that anything you tell an insurance adjuster [...]

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Personal Injury Wrongful Death

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Colorado?

If you have lost an immediate family member because of a negligent or willful act by another, it may be possible to pursue financial compensation for your loss. Colorado’s Wrongful [...]

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Motorcycle Accidents Personal Injury

Mandatory Anti-Lock Brakes may Reduce Colorado Motorcycle Accidents

In an effort to reduce the growing number of motorcycle fatalities in the United States, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the Highway Loss Data Institute recently petitioned [...]

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Personal Injury

Six Ways to Reduce Fireworks Injury Risks

Fireworks are the premier event of Fourth of July celebrations all over Colorado, and for many Coloradoans, they’re also a family tradition. However, fireworks injuries can cause serious harm or [...]

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Bicycle Accident Personal Injury

Avoiding a Rear-End Collision While Bicycling

Bicycling is great exercise, and in the Colorado summer, it can also be a great deal of fun and help save on transportation costs and the environment. However, many types [...]

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Personal Injury Workplace Accident

How to Prevent Work-Related Heat Illness this Summer

Extreme heat is responsible for more weather-related deaths in the United States than any other environmental conditions, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Since 2011, the organization [...]

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Personal Injury

Education is Key in Colorado Pool Safety

For many Colorado families, summer means hanging out by the pool or relaxing in the hot tub.  While poolside fun can mean great family memories, it can also cause serious [...]

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Boating Accident Personal Injury

Four Tips For Boating Safety This Summer

Memorial Day marks the official start of summer for many Colorado residents, and with summer comes the opportunity to engage in summer fun – including boating and swimming. If you’re [...]

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Personal Injury

Kids or Elderly Adults Traveling Alone? Here’s How to Keep Them Safe

Summer is on its way, and with it come plenty of opportunities to travel to visit family, go on vacation, or to tackle other tasks. Many travelers through Colorado and [...]

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Personal Injury Workplace Accident

Celebrate North American Occupational Safety and Health Week this May

The first full week of May is North American Occupational Safety and Health Week. This week offers an opportunity for workplaces throughout the U.S. and Canada to re-commit to protecting [...]

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Personal Injury Product Liability

Airbag Defect Recall Affects Over 3 Million Japanese-Made Vehicles

Four major Japanese automakers recently announced recalls of several models of vehicles manufactured between 2000 and 2004. The recalls were announced in response to evidence of a manufacturing defect in [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Running Red Lights Can Cause Serious Injuries and Deaths

While most Colorado drivers know that running a red light can cause serious injuries or even death, many don’t realize just how pervasive the problem is. And while many Colorado [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Distracted Driving Continues to Put Drivers, Others at Risk

Despite campaigns by Colorado and other states to raise awareness of distracted driving risks and encourage drivers to keep their attention on the road, distracted driving continues to claim thousands [...]

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Personal Injury Product Liability

Tween Brands Recalls Its Disco Lights Due to Electric Shock Risk

Tween Brands has recalled about 19,100 units of its “Style My Room by Justice” black disco lights, sold at Justice stores. The recall includes both the black disco light sold [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

What are the Causes and Effects of Single-Vehicle Rollovers in Colorado?

When a single-vehicle rollover accident occurs, it’s common to assume that the driver was somehow at fault. However, other factors can also lead to a rollover crash that does not [...]

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Personal Injury

Traumatic Brain Injuries Seen as Number-One Risk Factor for Dementia

A study published in JAMA Neurology recently suggests that the number-one risk factor for dementia or Alzheimer’s disease is a traumatic brain injury (TBI) – not the existence of amyloid plaques in [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Does Opioid Use Increase Car Accident Risks? One Study Says Yes

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) indicates that the risk of a serious car accident is linked to long-term opioid use – and that the [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

Trucking Safety Organizations Urge Drivers to Avoid Speeding

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) have teamed up to urge drivers of both passenger vehicles and commercial trucks and buses to [...]

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Personal Injury Truck Accident

FMCSA Imposes New Health Requirements for Truck Drivers

Beginning in 2014, professional commercial drivers of trucks and buses will have to meet new, more stringent health examination requirements, according to a recent article from The Associated Press. The medical [...]

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Personal Injury

What Can I Expect After a Colorado Traumatic Brain Injury?

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) may have lingering effects that last for months, years, or even the rest of an injured person’s life. The long-term consequences of a TBI depend on the [...]

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Personal Injury

Make the Season Bright, Not Burned: Tips for Preventing Holiday Burn Injuries

Burn injuries are notoriously dangerous and painful, and can even be deadly. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1.1 million burn injuries in the [...]

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Motorcycle Accidents Personal Injury

Motorcycle Accidents Cost U.S. Riders Billions

Tens of thousands of motorcyclists across the U.S. are injured or killed in crashes each year, imposing a high personal and financial cost on bikers and their families. Many experienced motorcycle [...]

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Personal Injury

Winter Snow and Ice Are a Major Source of Colorado Slip and Fall Injuries

Winter is coming, and in Colorado, this means snow and ice, both of which can easily cause slip and fall accidents that result in serious injuries. According to the National Institute of [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Six Signs You’re Too Tired to Drive

Drowsy driving can be as dangerous as drunk driving, according to a study by the AAA Foundation. However, as many as 10 percent of drivers actually take the risk of drowsy [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

How to Properly Use a Seat Belt While Pregnant

Every driver and passenger should wear a seat belt when riding in a vehicle, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), including those who are pregnant. The NHTSA [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Holiday Safety Tips for Colorado Drivers

Many U.S. residents travel to see friends or family during the holidays, and most of them make their trip by car. All this extra traffic increases the risk of a [...]

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Personal Injury

Understanding Severe Traumatic Brain Injuries

About 1.7 million U.S. residents suffer a traumatic brain injury each year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Severe traumatic brain injuries are a contributing [...]

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Personal Injury

Protect Kids and Adults from Injury in Colorado Springs This Halloween

Kids and adults alike often love Halloween for the chance to dress up, attend parties, and collect candy from friends and neighbors. However, the dark weather, decorations, and costumes that [...]

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Personal Injury Product Liability

Toyota Recalls 7.4 Million Cars Worldwide for Fire Risk

Toyota recently issued a recall of over 7.5 million of its vehicles in multiple countries, stating that all of them faced a similar problem: defective automatic window controls in the [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Officials Hope Westminster, Colorado Traffic Signal Reduces Accident Rates

A new traffic signal will soon be installed on 112th Street in Westminster in front of the entrances to Front Range Community College. Officials hope that the signal will reduce [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Study Links Video Game Play to Reckless Driving Among Teens

Playing certain types of video games may increase the chances that a teen driver will take careless or reckless chances on the road, according to a recent study. The study [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Texting and Driving May Have Deadly Consequences

Sending or receiving text messages while driving a car may seem simple, but it is an activity that can have deadly consequences for you and for others on the road. [...]

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Personal Injury Workplace Accident

Natural Gas Well Explosion Kills and Injures Colorado Workers

One Colorado natural gas worker is dead and three more are injured after a natural gas well explosion in Platteville, Colorado, according to an article in the Chicago Tribune. The fatal [...]

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Personal Injury Wrongful Death

Colorado Car Accident Deaths Impose Hefty Costs

When a car accident kills a loved one, a family’s world is turned upside-down in an instant. Grieving and healing require time and energy, and it can seem like there [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

To Protect Yourself in a Colorado Rollover, Understand How Rollover Accidents Work

A rollover accident is one in which a vehicle rolls onto its side and/or roof. In high-speed or particularly severe rollover accidents, a vehicle may even turn over several times before coming [...]

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Personal Injury

Understanding Colorado Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injury (SCI) is one of the most serious types of injuries, along with traumatic brain injury (TBI). According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (SCISC), about 12,000 [...]

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Personal Injury

In Excessive Colorado Heat, Keep a Close Eye on the Kids

Any excessive heat source can cause injuries. Hot working environments, heat from fires or other heating sources, and especially the hot summer sun can all create a risk of heat [...]

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Car Accidents Personal Injury

Colorado Couple Suffers Injury in Vehicle Accident, Fire

A Colorado couple was injured in a car accident that set their vehicle on fire, but they survived thanks to their seat belts, according to a recent article in the New [...]

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Personal Injury

Loveland Boating Accident Claims the Lives of Two Fishermen

Two fishing buffs who headed out onto a Loveland pond for some late-night fishing recently lost their lives in a fatal CO boating accident, according to a recent article from My Windsor [...]

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