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Driving is an important form of freedom and independence for an elderly person. It is not something anyone wants to take away. However, many elderly drivers come to a point where they can no longer safely control a vehicle due to physical and/or mental handicaps. Allowing an unqualified elderly driver to remain behind the…

Left turn accidents are a common type of motor vehicle collision in New Mexico. Intersections are dangerous places that see thousands of auto accidents each year. Making a left turn requires adherence to multiple traffic laws: traffic control devices, rights-of-way, distracted driving laws, speed limits and more. After a left turn car accident that…

A booster seat is a critical piece of safety equipment if you have a child under the age of 12. It will allow your vehicle’s seat belts to properly fit over your child’s lap and shoulder. This is vitally important in preventing serious or fatal injuries to your child if you get into a…

Broken laws are a common cause of motor vehicle accidents. Truck accidents are no exception. Commercial truck drivers have more laws to follow than average drivers due to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). It is up to every truck driver and presiding truck company to know and obey the FMCSA’s rules of…

Every personal injury claim starts with a demand letter. The demand letter is the initial contact the claimant makes with the defendant, or the allegedly at-fault party. It is a letter that states clearly and succinctly the nature of the injured party’s complaint and the amount of compensation he or she requires to settle…

In 2018, 46,786 reported motor vehicle accidents occurred in New Mexico. As is the case in all states, New Mexico has laws in place to reduce the risk of car accidents in Albuquerque. These laws include general traffic safety rules, such as drivers must obey speed limits and follow roadway signs, as well as rules…

A car accident could lead to significant out-of-pocket costs. You could spend thousands on medical bills, auto repairs, a rental car and travel expenses. If you took all the correct steps after a car crash and filed a loss claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company, you may assume that will be the end…

If you suffer a personal injury in any type of accident in New Mexico, you could be eligible to receive financial recovery from one or more at-fault parties. New Mexico is a fault, or tort, state. The party that caused your accident will be financially responsible for repaying your medical expenses, property damage repairs,…

Human error causes most car accidents. Negligent, reckless, distracted and drunk drivers can cause catastrophic collisions. After a collision with another vehicle, you need to determine who was at fault to take the next step. New Mexico is not a no-fault state, meaning it matters if someone else caused your accident. You will file…

You have just been in an auto accident. You suffered minor injuries, but your vehicle sustained significant damage. After calling the police to report the crash, you try to gather information from the other driver while you wait, including insurance information. Later, you find out repairs to your vehicle will cost over $1,000. You…