Colorado Springs Personal Injury Blog
What Happens if You Wreck a Rental Car?
If you’ve suffered a rental car accident in Colorado Springs, your personal injury lawyer can help make sure your rights are protected and advise about the best strategy to cover your losses and maximize the compensation you’re entitled to receive.
Top 5 Myths About Personal Injury Claims
A personal injury can turn your whole world upside down, and you might not know where to turn for help. Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths floating around that could discourage you from filing a successful claim.
It shouldn’t cost you anything to hire a personal injury attorney. In fact, many personal injury attorneys offer a free consultation to assess the viability of your case and clear up any questions or concerns you may have about the legal process.
The Importance of Evidence in Personal Injury Cases
When you’re dealing with a personal injury case, finding the right evidence can be like having a key that unlocks the door to winning your claim. This evidence shows what happened and who’s responsible, and it can make all the difference in getting the results you want. From medical records that detail your injuries to witness testimony that supports your story, each piece of evidence plays a vital role.
How Long Does a Personal Injury Lawsuit Take?
The timeline for a personal injury lawsuit in Colorado can vary greatly, from a few months to over a year. Factors that could have an impact on the timeframe include the complexity of your case, insurance company efforts to delay the case, and the severity of your injuries.
Announcing Our 2025 New Heights Scholarship
Every year, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., awards a $1,000 scholarship to a student who is pursuing a four-year college degree. Our 2025 New Heights Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students from across the nation.
How to File an Uber Claim After an Accident
If you were injured in an automobile crash, you’re probably feeling pretty disoriented. You also likely have a lot of issues to deal with, like visiting your doctor and arranging time off work to recover. If an Uber driver is involved in your accident, things can become even more complicated because the company has complex rules and procedures. With that in mind, it’s a good idea to contact an Uber accident attorney as soon as possible.
Understanding Uber’s Insurance Coverage: What You Need to Know
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 coverage policies that may provide up to $1 million in compensation for accident victims.
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 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 accurately to ensure fair compensation, highlighting the importance of legal representation for maximizing economic recovery for injured motorcyclists.
Meet the 2024 “New Heights” Scholarship Winner
For this year’s $1,000 New Heights College Scholarship, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., received a tremendous response from current college students and college-bound high school seniors from across the nation. After much consideration, we have selected an extremely worthy recipient.
Announcing Our 2024 New Heights Scholarship Finalists
At The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., we’re happy to lend a helping hand to a student who’s looking to improve their future by earning a college degree. Our annual New Heights Scholarship is open to college-bound high school seniors and current college students throughout the United States.