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 If you get in a car accident while driving a leased vehicle or one paid for with a loan, you can encounter difficulties trying to cover the full amount that you still owe. There is likely a difference between the compensation you receive for the actual value of the vehicle and your remaining balance on…

 The experience that seasoned drivers gain from hours spent on the road cannot be achieved with any amount of practice, training or driver safety courses. Yet teen drivers are expected to operate vehicles in a safe manner with hardly any real-world experience. When a young, inexperienced driver causes a serious car accident in New Mexico,…

In New Mexico, you can get a copy of a police report after a car accident in Albuquerque by contacting the law enforcement agency that filed it, often online or by visiting in person. You will need to know certain details about the accident, such as the date and the names of the parties…

When your car accident insurance claim in New Mexico gets denied, review the rejection letter, gather evidence to support your claim, file an appeal and consider taking legal action. With assistance from a personal injury attorney in New Mexico, you may also be able to pursue a bad-faith claim if the insurer acted unjustly….

 The average settlement value of a New Mexico car accident case ranges anywhere from $6,700 for minor injuries, $49,500 for moderate injuries and up to $325,000 for severe injuries. Actual amounts vary widely from case to case, as there is no single average settlement value. The most accurate way to determine the potential value of…

 In New Mexico, a simple car insurance claim may take anywhere from 30 days to 3 months to settle. A more complicated claim is more likely to take around 6 to 12 months. A complex case involving serious injuries or liability disputes can take 1 to 2 years or longer. Receiving a payout once a…

In New Mexico, legal and financial responsibility for a car accident caused by brake failure may fall on the driver or owner of the vehicle for poor maintenance, the repair shop for faulty work, or the manufacturer for brake defects. Under New Mexico’s comparative negligence rules, fault can be shared among multiple parties.  Driver…

The amount of time a car accident lawsuit in New Mexico takes to settle can vary widely, from around three to six months to one year, two years or longer. Factors that affect the timeline include case complexity, injury severity, the number of liable parties and whether litigation is required. Simple Case: 3-6 Months…

If an out-of-state driver hits you in New Mexico, you can still file a claim here. The other driver still owes you the same duty of care, and New Mexico’s fault and insurance rules apply. You still must act before New Mexico’s three-year deadline. If you encounter complications, you should hire a local New…

Most car accidents in Albuquerque are caused directly by one of the drivers involved, such as a driver running a red light or driving distracted. In some cases, however, a third party causes or contributes to the crash. Third-party involvement can complicate a car insurance claim, making it more difficult for a victim to…