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Intersections and crosswalks are common places for motor vehicle accidents. Many collisions that take place at intersections, including serious bicycle and pedestrian crashes, occur due to a driver failing to yield the right-of-way. Understanding New Mexico’s right-of-way laws can help keep you safe while walking or biking in Albuquerque. It can also help you…

If you suffer injuries or property damage in a car accident in New Mexico, you only have a limited amount of time to file a claim for financial damages. Like all states, New Mexico has a time limit on the right to file, known as a statute of limitations. If you miss your deadline,…

A car accident is confusing and overwhelming for those involved. It is easy to mix up facts or misremember things, especially if you are distracted by an injury. A police report is a critical document for a car insurance claim, as it will contain facts about your accident in writing. Filing a police report…

Letting a trusted friend or family member borrow your car may not seem like a big deal. If that driver causes a car accident, however, the crash will typically be your legal responsibility – not the driver’s. For this reason, it is important to exercise caution in who you let drive your vehicle. Make…

You may understand the risk of getting into an auto accident when operating a motor vehicle; after all, the New Mexico Department of Transportation reported 46,786 traffic accidents in 2018 alone. You may not, however, anticipate getting injured due to a defective auto part. Although millions of consumers trust vehicle manufacturers to design and…

A New Mexico car accident lawyer can be an indispensable asset to you during a car accident claim. Hiring an attorney could mean the difference between winning and losing your case. Your lawyer will understand New Mexico’s fault laws, how insurance companies work and how to negotiate for maximum compensation for your damages. Choosing…

A large percentage of vehicles on the road are commercial motor vehicles. These are vehicles utilized for work, such as 18-wheeler trucks or flower delivery vans. Commercial motor vehicles have unique laws, rules and regulations compared to other motor vehicles. The applicable rules depend on the type of commercial vehicle. It is important to…

You will likely have many questions after getting into a car accident in Albuquerque. If your insurance claim turns into a personal injury lawsuit, this may lead to more questions instead of answers. Understanding the general stages of a car accident lawsuit in New Mexico can help you know what to expect from 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…

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…