Alamogordo, NM - Susan DeForest Killed in Motorcycle Crash on US-54

Alamogordo, NM (March 15, 2023) - A female passenger was killed following a motorcycle accident outside of Alamogordo on Monday, March 13. 

The deadly crash took place on US-54 near mile marker 76 at around 3 p.m. Local sources revealed that a motorcycle and a pickup truck collided at the scene. A passenger on the bike, 68-year-old Susan DeForest of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, sustained fatal injuries in the accident. DeForest was pronounced dead at the scene. 

No other information has been provided at this time. 

An ongoing crash investigation is in progress. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Deadly Motorcycle Accidents in New Mexico

In New Mexico, 44 motorcycle riders died in collisions in 2014. Nearly 11% of all fatalities in vehicle accidents involved motorcycles, which is in line with the national average. May through September are the warmest months when there are more motorcycles on the road, and this is when fatal motorcycle accidents tend to rise.

Law and cases relating to personal injury and wrongful death claims are very complex. Personal injury and wrongful death cases are generally governed by the same laws, regulations, insurance concerns, time constraints, and other guidelines. As a result, in New Mexico, they are both dealt with by what is known as personal injury attorneys and fall under the purview of personal injury law.

The recoverable damages are what set the two apart. Most of the time, a wrongful death lawyer in Albuquerque may be able to obtain far higher compensation than they would in a case involving a personal injury. Nonetheless, there are several circumstances when the damages could be significantly larger in cases of extremely serious personal injuries because of future medical costs and lost wages.

Your way of life will undoubtedly be permanently altered if you lose a loved one in a horrific, unplanned vehicle accident. Will Ferguson & Associates wrongful death attorneys are dedicated to fighting for monetary restitution because we want to support you during this trying time. We are aware of the grief that bereaved families experience, and our legal team is here to assist you in obtaining the fair compensation to which you are entitled. Call our office at (505) 243-5566 to set up a consultation with one of our Alamogordo wrongful death lawyers if you need assistance after the death of a loved one.