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One of the major categories of damages sought by most personal injury claimants is lost wages. Lost wages refer to the income you otherwise would have received were it not for the accident and/or injury. A defendant in New Mexico may be legally responsible for paying for your lost wages – both past and…

The legal doctrine of sovereign immunity essentially holds that a sovereign or state can do no wrong. It stems from British common law, which protects the sovereign from civil liability. In the US, sovereign immunity applies to federal and state governments. Government agencies and their employees, therefore, are lawfully protected from liability during civil…

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…

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…

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…