Albuquerque, NM – Major Injury Collision on Central Ave

Albuquerque, NM (October 10, 2023) – There were serious injuries reported in the aftermath of a car accident in the Albuquerque area. 

At around 8:36 p.m., the collision took place at the 12605 block of Central Avenue NW. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, and emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. Ambulances were used to transfer the victims to local hospitals. 

The extent and number of resulting injuries have not yet been determined. The roadway was closed for several hours while emergency responders were present. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided at this time. 

Local law enforcement officials are handling the investigation into the cause of the crash. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Distracted Driving Crashes in New Mexico

On New Mexico’s roads, driving distraction has become commonplace, and many motorists will admit to doing things like using a smartphone while operating a motor vehicle. In fact, the state has some of the highest rates of distracted driving. With 61.6 fatalities per 1 million residents, New Mexico has the highest distracted driving fatality rate in the country. Distracted driving accounts for an alarming 40.75 percent of collisions reported in the state. This is over five times the 8.12 percent national rate.

You can never completely prevent a serious car accident from happening. There are way too many reckless drivers on the road, and the risk of a serious collision is always there. We never plan to be involved in a car accident, but we all need to be prepared in the event that it does happen. You need to partner with a trained attorney who has handled cases like yours in the past. This is often the only way to make sure that you are able to get maximum compensation for your injuries and other damages. 

You need to do everything in your power to ensure your case is successful. You never want to leave your recovery to chance. If you do, you are at risk of jeopardizing the rest of your life. It can be hard to recover financially let alone physically as you deal with the unexpected damages of a life-changing car crash. You need to contact a law firm that has a proven track record of helping injured parties pursue full and fair compensation for their financial losses resulting from a car crash. 

You should never be alone in the aftermath of a car accident. The legal team at Wil Ferguson & Associates is here to help you every step of the way. With the help of our Albuquerque car accident lawyers, you will be able to be made whole again following a serious car crash. We always offer free consultations to potential clients. If you want to discuss your situation with a trained lawyer, give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.