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Assault

Charged With Assault After a Bar Fight in Colorado Springs? What to Expect Next

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Charged With Assault After a Bar Fight in Colorado Springs? What to Expect Next

A bar fight in Colorado Springs can turn into an assault charge quickly, even when both people were drinking, emotions were high, or the other person started the confrontation. Police may rely on witness statements, surveillance video, injuries, and officer observations to decide whether to make an arrest or send the case to prosecutors. Colorado […]

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Car Accident

Tourist Car Accidents in Colorado Springs: How Insurance Claims Work for Out-of-State Drivers

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Tourist Car Accidents in Colorado Springs: How Insurance Claims Work for Out-of-State Drivers

Tourist-related car accidents in Colorado Springs often involve drivers unfamiliar with Colorado roads, insurance requirements, and fault-based liability rules. Out-of-state drivers must still follow Colorado law when a crash occurs within state lines, which affects how insurance claims are handled and how compensation is determined. These cases can become complicated due to multi-state insurance policies, […]

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Juvenile Defense

What Parents Should Know About Juvenile Charges During Summer Break in Colorado

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What Parents Should Know About Juvenile Charges During Summer Break in Colorado

The Law Firm of Mark S. Hanchey and Ben Peterson helps parents in Colorado Springs, Colorado understand what to do when a child faces juvenile charges during summer break. Summer often gives teenagers more freedom, more time with friends, and more chances to make impulsive choices that can lead to police contact. A juvenile charge […]

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Criminal Defense

How Colorado Open Container Laws Affect Summer Concerts, Festivals, and Tailgates in Colorado Springs

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How Colorado Open Container Laws Affect Summer Concerts, Festivals, and Tailgates in Colorado Springs

 Colorado open container laws regulate alcohol possession and consumption in public spaces and vehicles. During summer concerts, festivals, and tailgates in Colorado Springs, these rules often apply in ways people do not expect. Even when alcohol is permitted at an event, stepping outside designated areas or keeping an open container in a vehicle can create […]

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Car Accident

Why Rear-End Collisions Spike on Colorado Summer Road Trips: Common Causes and Prevention Tips

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Why Rear-End Collisions Spike on Colorado Summer Road Trips: Common Causes and Prevention Tips

Rear-end collisions increase in Colorado during summer travel months due to heavier traffic, tourist drivers, construction zones, and unpredictable mountain road conditions. These crashes often happen when drivers follow too closely, get distracted, or fail to adjust speed in time for sudden stops. Understanding the most common causes helps drivers reduce risk and respond properly […]

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DUI

What Happens If You Refuse a Breath Test During a Summer Traffic Stop in Colorado

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What Happens If You Refuse a Breath Test During a Summer Traffic Stop in Colorado

 Refusing a breath test during a summer traffic stop in Colorado can trigger immediate administrative penalties, long-term license consequences, and increased legal exposure in court. The Law Firm of Mark S. Hanchey and Ben Peterson in Colorado Springs, Colorado often sees these cases involve both DMV proceedings and criminal court actions that move on separate […]

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Personal Injury

Colorado Springs Pool Accident Injuries: Who Can Be Held Liable?

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Colorado Springs Pool Accident Injuries: Who Can Be Held Liable?

Pool-related injuries in Colorado Springs often raise serious questions about who is responsible for unsafe conditions, inadequate supervision, or preventable hazards. Liability can extend to homeowners, property managers, HOAs, hotels, and public facilities depending on where the incident happened and what safety failures contributed. Colorado premises liability law focuses on whether reasonable care was taken […]

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DUI

Can You Be Charged With DUI After Sleeping in Your Car in Colorado?

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Can You Be Charged With DUI After Sleeping in Your Car in Colorado?

Many people in Colorado Springs believe that simply sleeping in a parked car after drinking alcohol will prevent a DUI charge. The Law Firm of Mark S. Hanchey and Ben Peterson frequently encounters situations where clients assumed they were safe because they were not driving, only to face serious legal consequences. Understanding Colorado’s DUI laws […]

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Motorcycle Accident

Injured in a Motorcycle Crash During Peak Summer Traffic in Colorado Springs? Here Is What to Do

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Injured in a Motorcycle Crash During Peak Summer Traffic in Colorado Springs? Here Is What to Do

Summer traffic in Colorado Springs can turn a normal motorcycle ride into a serious crash in seconds, especially near I-25, Powers Boulevard, Garden of the Gods Road, downtown event areas, and routes leading toward mountain recreation. If you are injured, your first priorities are medical care, crash documentation, and protecting yourself from insurance pressure. Colorado […]

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DUI

Summer DUI Checkpoints in Colorado Springs: What Drivers Need to Know Before a Holiday Weekend

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Summer DUI Checkpoints in Colorado Springs: What Drivers Need to Know Before a Holiday Weekend

 During summer holiday weekends, Colorado Springs sees a notable increase in DUI checkpoints, as local law enforcement works to prevent impaired driving and maintain public safety. Drivers navigating city streets during these periods need to understand what to expect and how to respond appropriately. The Law Firm of Mark S. Hanchey and Ben Peterson emphasizes […]

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