Albuquerque, NM – At Least One Injured in Collision on I-40

Albuquerque, NM (May 1, 2024) – At least one person was hurt after a car accident in the Albuquerque area on Wednesday, May 1. The collision occurred early that morning around 7:20 a.m. on Interstate 40 EB over the Rio Grande River. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, and emergency responders were quickly dispatched to provide the necessary medical aid. 

The number and severity of the related injuries were not included in the local reports. The crash victims were treated at the scene by attending paramedics. Ambulances were available to transfer the injured parties to local hospitals for further support. The area was temporarily closed as emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and debris. No further updates on the accident are currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation. 

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

Car Wrecks in New Mexico

While driving in New Mexico, you never truly know if or when you will be hurt in a car accident. Most fatalities and serious injuries in New Mexico are caused by car wrecks, and the state’s roadways are getting worse every year. 2022 was one of the deadliest years on New Mexico roads in recent memory, according to the latest crash statistics. That year, 466 fatal crashes were reported statewide, and many more resulted in serious injuries. Careless driving was the primary cause of the majority of these collisions, which means that many were completely avoidable. You must be prepared to pursue the required legal action along with an experienced attorney in order to get a complete recovery.

After a catastrophic car accident, you may be able to establish the other driver’s negligence by providing evidence. Evidence demonstrating the full extent of your injuries is needed to pursue a successful case. You must work with an experienced New Mexico vehicle accident attorney who will support you at every stage of your claim. Your lawyer can help establish that the at-fault driver was responsible for the collision by gathering important evidence and corresponding with any witnesses who may have seen what happened. This is just one of the many ways that having a trained lawyer can help if you choose to pursue a compensation claim following a catastrophic car accident. 

It can be difficult to navigate the complicated class process on your own. On top of your injuries and damages, it can seem nearly impossible to pursue a case. However, you do not have to do it on your own. Will Ferguson & Associates’ legal team is ready to take on your case and fight for your rightful compensation. If you have any questions about your ability to pursue a claim after a catastrophic auto accident, give us a call at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a caring and experienced Albuquerque car accident lawyer and start working on your case today.