Who Is at Fault in a Multi-Car Accident?
Vehicle accident claims can be challenging in New Mexico. This is particularly true for accidents that involve more than two vehicles. Multi-vehicle collisions often result in those involved pointing the finger at one another when it comes to determining liability. Here, we want to discuss who could be at fault in the event a...
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Are Car Accident Insurance Settlements Taxable in New Mexico?
If you sustain an injury caused by the actions of another driver in New Mexico, you should be able to recover various types of compensation for your losses. This can include coverage of your medical bills, lost income, property damage expenses, pain and suffering losses, and more. But will your car accident settlement be...
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Compensation Available After a Pedestrian Accident
If you or somebody you care about has been injured in a pedestrian accident caused by the actions of another driver and New Mexico, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. Unfortunately, pedestrian accident injuries can leave victims suffering from significant injuries that have long-lasting consequences. It is not uncommon are...
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The Benefits of Hiring a Truck Accident Lawyer
If you or somebody you care about has been injured in an accident caused by the actions of a truck driver or trucking company, you should be able to recover compensation for your losses. Unfortunately, securing this compensation can be difficult, particularly when going up against aggressive insurance carriers and legal teams. Victims in...
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What If My Accident Made a Pre-Existing Injury Worse?
If you or somebody you care about sustains an injury caused by the careless or negligent actions of another individual or business, it should not matter whether or not you had a pre-existing injury. You should be able to recover compensation for your losses. This includes a situation where a pre-existing injury is made...
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What Do I Do If I’m Involved in a Bus Accident?
If you or somebody you care about has been injured in an accident involving a commercial bus, there are various steps that you need to take to help ensure that you recover the compensation you are entitled to. These cases can become challenging, particularly when going up against a bus company or government entity...
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New Mexico Wrongful Death Laws
Losing a loved one is a very painful and emotional experience. This loss feels even more overwhelming if the death occurred due to another person’s negligence. While no amount of compensation could ever replace your loved one, you may have the right to hold the person responsible for his or her death accountable in...
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What To Do After a Slip and Fall at the Grocery Store
Accidents can happen at any time, in any place—including New Mexico grocery stores. While grocery store owners have a responsibility to maintain safe premises, not all of them uphold this duty of care. If you slip and fall at the grocery store, you may have grounds to file a premises liability claim against the...
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Understanding Premises Liability and Personal Liability
If you sustain an injury due to someone else’s negligence, you may have grounds for legal action. However, the specific type of lawsuit or insurance claim you pursue will depend on the circumstances surrounding your accident. After an accident, you will need to determine if your case qualifies as premises liability or personal liability....
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Determining and Proving Fault in a T-Bone Car Accident
According to the New Mexico Department of Transportation, a motor vehicle crash occurred every 11 minutes during 2018. Of these New Mexico crashes, many involve T-bone, or side-impact, collisions. These accidents are very severe, leading to serious injuries and fatalities each year. If you are in a T-bone car accident, you may be eligible...
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