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In a recent opinion, the New Mexico Supreme Court addressed the nuances of the New Mexico Medical Malpractice Act (MMA). The opinion stems from a plaintiff’s lawsuit against an OB/GYN who allegedly failed to diagnose a large malignant mass on the plaintiff’s left ovary. The Facts of the Case In 2006, the plaintiff was…
In a case that may be of interest to New Mexico premises liability plaintiffs, state’s supreme court recently granted summary judgment to a carnival company after a teenager was fatally injured crossing a road adjacent to the carnival grounds. According to the court’s opinion, the young girl and her friends were searching for somewhere…
New Mexico is widely known for its picturesque terrain and awe-inspiring views. With its unique landscape, it is no wonder that many people enjoy New Mexico’s scenery on horseback. Although many people have experience riding horses, there are, of course, many who do not possess the skill and expertise to properly maneuver these animals….
In New Mexico medical malpractice cases, the plaintiff must be able to establish certain elements before the case will be permitted to proceed toward trial. If a plaintiff does not present sufficient evidence of medical negligence, the case will likely be dismissed in a pre-trial defense motion for summary judgment. One of the most…
Earlier this month, an appellate court in California issued a written opinion in a personal injury case that may be of interest to New Mexico personal injury plaintiffs. The case illustrates how a defendant may attempt to argue that a plaintiff assumed the risk of injury, potentially defeating the plaintiff’s claim. Assumption of Risk…
Earlier this month, a Mississippi appellate court issued a written opinion in a premises liability lawsuit that should act as a warning to all New Mexico personal injury victims. The case involved a slip-and-fall case filed against three defendants, two of which the plaintiff excused through a pre-trial settlement agreement. However, the issue for…
Under New Mexico law, landowners have a duty to keep their property safe for the people whom they invite onto the property. In almost all situations, a landowner has at least some duty to protect visitors from harm. The level of the duty owed to the visitor depends largely on the reason why the…
Being involved in a New Mexico car accident is a stressful experience, both physically and emotionally. In the immediate wake of the accident, the focus is on physically recovering from the injuries of the accident. Once the physical wounds heal, there is often the emotional stress that accompanies missing time at work, constantly visiting…
Anyone who has played a high-impact sport, such as football, understands that there is a risk of injury. However, the types of injuries most players would expect to encounter on the field are sprains, strains, or maybe a broken bone. However, according to research that has been conducted over the last several years, there…
Auto insurance is supposed to help accident victims recover for their losses after being involved in a serious accident. However, in reality, insurance companies are for-profit companies that are solely motivated by profit. In too many New Mexico car accident cases, insurance companies refuse to offer fair settlements or contest accident victims’ claims altogether….
