Albuquerque, NM - Pedestrian Hit by Driver at Montgomery & Louisiana Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (July 3, 2023) - On Sunday, July 2, a pedestrian was hurt after being involved in a traffic accident in Albuquerque. 

The accident was reported that night at around 11:03 p.m. at the intersection of Montgomery and Louisiana Boulevard. A pedestrian was traveling near the intersection when they were hit by a motor vehicle. The injured party was transported to a local hospital after being treated by responding paramedics. 

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

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

Pedestrian Accidents in New Mexico

Pedestrians are exposed to the dangers of the road. In Albuquerque and Bernalillo County's unincorporated areas, there were 40 fatal pedestrian accidents reported in 2022, and according to statistics from the Governors Highway Safety Association, New Mexico has one of the highest rates of pedestrian fatalities nationwide. The full range of your damages may not always be covered by insurance, even for serious injuries sustained in a pedestrian collision, and a lawyer can help you fight for the full compensation you need and deserve. 

If a pedestrian was hurt in a New Mexico accident, they may have grounds to pursue a claim for compensation. Drivers and pedestrians must abide by the laws of the state, and a negligent driver who strikes a pedestrian may be held accountable for the victim's damages. In the event of a collision, pedestrians nearly usually sustain more severe injuries, and the party at fault should be held accountable for their part in such a severe crash.

Your injuries might have been severe or even life-altering if you were hit by a reckless driver. The most frequent injuries in pedestrian crashes are traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, back or neck injuries, internal organ injuries, spinal cord injuries, and broken bones. Pedestrian injuries can be very costly and time-consuming to treat. Your chances of securing a just financial recovery from the irresponsible driver will be improved if you retain a New Mexico pedestrian accident lawyer to advocate your interests.

The lawyers at Will Ferguson & Associates go above and beyond to give pedestrian accident victims the best legal representation available. If you are thinking about pursuing a claim for compensation after being injured by a reckless driver, call our offices as soon as you can at (505) 243-5566. Our auto accident lawyers in Albuquerque are devoted to our clients and fight to ensure they are able to obtain full compensation for their damages, and we will fight to defend your legal rights and take all necessary measures to maximize your claim.