Albuquerque, NM - At Least One Hurt After Crash at Coal Ave & Hermosa Dr

Albuquerque, NM (February 28, 2023) - Emergency responders were dispatched to the site of a crash with injuries in Albuquerque on Tuesday morning, February 28. 

The collision took place that morning at around 10:50 a.m. at the intersection of Coal Avenue and Hermosa Drive. The injured parties were provided aid by responding paramedics. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting wreckage and reopen the roadway. 

No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided. 

Local authorities are handling the ongoing accident investigation. 

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

Distracted Driving Accidents in New Mexico

The prevalence of distracted driving in today's technically inclined culture has led to an increase in fatal car accidents. Distractions are more common than ever for drivers, and the majority of drivers in New Mexico are in possession of electronic gadgets, such as cell phones and smartwatches, which could cause distractions while driving. A total of  3,142 people died in 2020 as a result of inattentive driving. In the United States in 2019, distracted driving accidents caused 424,000 injuries and nearly 3,100 fatalities.

Insurance firms frequently contact accident victims and ask them to provide an oral or written statement. After a car accident, severe injuries could easily disrupt your entire life. Someone who has recently been in an auto accident may exaggerate their injuries since they are still feeling the effects of the adrenaline from the crash, and a victim in shock may wrongly accept fault in a recorded statement as a result. 

When accident victims are still recovering from their injuries and coming to terms with the accident, insurance adjusters frequently start pressuring them to accept a quick, low-value settlement. We strongly advise speaking with a lawyer prior to signing any insurance settlement forms or taking any payment from the insurer. By doing this, you can prevent yourself from accepting a settlement offer that is either undervalued or insufficient to fully make up for your losses.

If you were hurt in an accident, speak with a lawyer right away to start building your defense. You need a lawyer on your side if you were involved in a major accident and want to ensure that you are fairly compensated for your damages and that you do everything in your power to defend your claim. With an attorney's assistance, you can better assess your damages and any consequences related to the crash. Contact the lawyers at Will Ferguson & Associates as soon as you are involved in a serious auto accident to start the process of your recovery. With the help of our experienced legal team, you can put any concerns you might have about your ability to win compensation in a personal injury claim to rest. To discuss your legal options with one of our Albuquerque personal injury attorneys, call our offices at (505) 243-5566 right away.