Albuquerque, NM - At Least One Injured in Collision at Alameda Blvd & Corrales Rd

Albuquerque, NM (January 1, 2024) - At least one person suffered injuries following an auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Monday, January 1. At around 1:50 a.m., the crash occurred at the corner of Alameda Boulevard NW and Corrales Road NW. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties, and ambulances were available to transport the crash victims to local hospitals for additional support. 

The roadway was temporarily shut down as emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. The circumstances leading to the collision have not been determined. No further updates have been provided. Local authorities are handling the ongoing 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.

New Mexico Distracted Driving Accidents

On New Mexico's roadways, it is common to see drivers distracted by their phones, and recent studies find that many drivers admit to engaging in some form of distracted driving. Driving while intoxicated and distracted is commonplace in New Mexico, and when it comes to the amount of distracted driving-related deaths in the United States, New Mexico constantly comes out on top. Distracted driving accounts for around 40.75 percent of collisions reported in the state. This figure is nearly five times higher than the national average of 8.12 percent.

Your life can be changed forever by a major auto accident. It just takes a few seconds for an irresponsible motorist to leave you with life-changing injuries. Sadly, your injuries are only the start of a long and difficult recovery. Victims frequently experience severe financial losses in addition to their injuries. These losses have the potential to pile up quickly, and this can leave you in a very difficult situation. It is normal to feel worried and confused about what to do next after a car accident. You need to seek the advice of an experienced automobile accident attorney who can support you during this difficult time.

After a car accident, a lawyer can step in to help you handle your case. They will have the ability to assist with the accident investigation and even assign a value to your claim. This can protect you from accepting a subpar settlement offer from the insurance company. Your attorney can help you gather evidence to back up your case and make sure you can get the most out of your claim. 

After a serious collision, the legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is ready to support you through your recovery. We know that crash victims need support to get through the difficult time after an auto accident. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury attorneys will be able to answer any questions you may have during a free consultation. We will diligently fight for your legal rights every step of the way. Give us a call at (505) 243-5566 to begin working on your case right now with a skilled personal injury lawyer.