If you ask people about the worst injuries that car crashes cause, often they will talk about spinal cord injuries and amputations. However, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are also common after motor vehicle collisions. When you understand these potentially serious...
When you lose a loved one in a serious auto collision, one of the first things you have to look into is beginning a wrongful death claim. There is only a limited amount of time available to make a claim, so you will want to start the process quickly to be able to make...
Car crashes injure tens of thousands of people every year and sometimes cost people their lives. The drivers responsible for causing collisions aren't the only ones who may suffer injuries in a wreck. The passengers in a vehicle can also end up seriously hurt. If you...
Due to their size and speed, a collision involving an 18-wheeler often has devastating results. Smaller passenger vehicles are often crushed with the occupants suffering serious injuries such as brain trauma, spinal cord damage and amputation. Unfortunately, the...
When you enter a store, hotel or restaurant, you are putting your trust in the property owner. You have faith that they have kept their property clean and safe and that you will be free from unreasonable danger. But what if you slip, trip or fall and get injured on...
Auto insurance companies spend a lot of money on advertising in New Mexico. We have all seen their commercials on TV and the internet and heard their radio ads. They usually promise the same things: affordable premiums, and a sympathetic adjuster who is always there...
Bicycles are an important and enjoyable mode of transportation. They’re eco-friendly, they keep you in shape, and they’re fun to ride. Unfortunately, they also make you very vulnerable to injury when you ride close to cars and other vehicles. Cars often can’t see...
Slip-and-fall accidents are one of the leading causes of death and emergency room visits in New Mexico. Traumatic brain injuries, broken bones and other serious conditions frequently result, especially for those over age 65. A property owner's duty of care Whether...
Life is rarely black and white. While we would like to blame one individual when something goes seriously wrong, it usually is not so simple. It often takes more than one person to cause a catastrophe. This is especially true in auto accidents. The law can determine...
Owning property comes with a lot of responsibility – and can open you up to legal liability if you aren’t careful. Whether you own a home or run a business, the last thing you want is for someone to get hurt on your premises and sue you for negligence. In order to...