Albuquerque, NM - Semi-Truck Crash with Injuries on 98th St

Albuquerque, NM (October 10, 2023) - There were confirmed injuries resulting from a two-vehicle collision in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, October 10. 

The collision took place that morning at around 6:24 a.m. on 98th Street NW south of Interstate 40. Local reports indicated that a semi-truck and another vehicle collided at the scene. At least one person was hurt, and emergency responders were dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. 

The severity and number of resulting injuries have not yet been determined. The circumstances leading to the collision were not immediately available. 

No further information on the accident has been provided at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in progress. 

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

Semi-Truck Accidents in New Mexico

You run a higher risk of suffering life-altering injuries in an accident with a large commercial vehicle. In 2019, there were reported crashes involving semi-trucks all around the state totaling more than 3,000 crashes that year, according to the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT). These collisions resulted in the deaths of 75 people, while hundreds more were seriously injured. Understanding how severe these collisions can be will help you ensure that you are ready to defend your legal rights. 

A large commercial vehicle can cause complete devastation in the event of a crash. Statistics show that those traveling in smaller vehicles are at greater risk of suffering serious and even fatal injuries in trucking accidents. There is a strong chance you will be injured when you collide with an 18-wheeler or big rig, and these types of cases are known for being very complicated. 

There are many moving parts in truck injury cases. You are not only dealing with the truck driver. You are also dealing with the transportation company that employs them, the companies that manufacture the truck components, and other third parties. All of these entities need to be looked into and addressed to make sure you are getting full and adequate compensation. 

It can be hard to understand a truck injury case, and you need a lawyer who has a proven track record of successfully representing truck accident victims. This will ensure that your case is handled appropriately and that you can achieve a complete recovery. You should not settle for an attorney who does not have the right experience. This could put your very future at risk. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates understands truck accident cases. Our firm is familiar with the laws and regulations governing these large rigs and the companies that utilize them. You need an Albuquerque semi-truck crash lawyer with proven experience to ensure your case is able to cross the finish line. We always offer a free consultation for potential clients, and we promise that you do not have to pay us if we do not win. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.