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As the face of the consumer marketplace changes, so do product liability laws. Product liability states that it is a manufacturer’s responsibility to ensure the reasonable safety of its products. Today, this definition can include an app or software application, not just physical products. If you or a loved one has been injured by…

If someone you love loses his or her life in a traumatic accident in New Mexico, you and your family may qualify for financial compensation through a wrongful death claim, a survival action or both. Learning the differences and nuances of both types of civil lawsuits can help you and your family understand your…

If you get bitten by a dog in New Mexico, it is important to report the incident to your local animal control authorities. It is a common misconception that reporting a dog bite will always lead to the dog being put down (euthanized). Under New Mexico law, a dog is only at risk of…

Cerebral palsy is the most common motor disability in childhood. Cerebral palsy, or CP, is a disorder of the brain that can cause permanent muscle weakness and mobility impairment. Cerebral palsy can be caused by medical negligence or malpractice, such as when a health care provider causes or fails to prevent an infant brain…

Brain stem injuries are extremely serious. An injury that affects this part of the brain can have permanent consequences for a victim, including trouble controlling body movement and paralysis. If someone else’s negligence causes a brain stem injury, the responsible party could be held accountable by the victim through an Albuquerque brain injury claim….

The 2023-2024 school year has already started in some districts and will be in full swing across the country by early September. A new school year is full of excitement, but it also brings the risk of students getting injured while on campus. What do you need to know about school injuries as your…

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that can be caused by a bump or blow to the head. While many concussions are considered mild brain injuries, they can pose serious and even permanent risks to a victim. These risks increase if the concussion goes undiagnosed and untreated. Recognizing the symptoms of…

When a motorcycle crashes, the motorcyclist can sustain a variety of significant injuries. Motorcyclists are exposed to serious injuries with no seat belt, airbag or metal frame to protect them. This can result in damage to vital parts of the body, including the spinal cord. The spine carries messages from the brain to the…

A product that contains a defect—a design, manufacturing or marketing flaw—can be unnecessarily dangerous for consumers. A defective product can cause life-altering injuries, such as burns and broken bones. If you discover a defective product, whether or not it causes you injury, you should report it to the proper authorities to protect yourself and…

If you get bitten by a dog in New Mexico, you have a responsibility to report the incident. Reporting dog attacks can make your community safer. Your local animal control authority will keep track of dog bite incidents to determine if and when a dog should be deemed “dangerous,” meaning the owner will be…