Albuquerque, NM - Auto Accident with Injuries at I-25 & Jefferson St

Albuquerque, NM (August 23, 2023) - At least one person involved in a serious car accident in Albuquerque was reportedly hurt on Wednesday morning, August 23. 

At around 8:04 a.m., the accident took place on Interstate 25 NB near Jefferson Street NE, and emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render aid to the injured parties. There were reported injuries following the accident, but the number of people involved has not yet been made public. 

The crash victims were treated at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided. 

No further details on the collision have been confirmed at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. 

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

Car Crashes in New Mexico

You can never completely avoid the risk of being involved in a serious car accident. The actions of other drivers are far from predictable, and there is always a risk of a crash when you travel on New Mexico roadways. There were 29,541 reported collisions across the state in 2018. These accidents contributed to 229 fatalities. Thousands more sustained injuries as a result of the crashes. The roads of New Mexico have continued to become more dangerous, and the number of fatalities almost doubled in 2022. There were 466 reported traffic deaths in the Land of Enchantment that year, and nearly 36 percent of these deadly crashes involved alcohol. 

You need a lawyer with the right experience to make sure that you are able to pursue full compensation for your injuries. Our legal team can help you deal with your accident-related expenses and navigate the often complicated legal process. When you work with a trusted lawyer, you can be free to focus on your recovery and well-being. There is much more to a personal injury claim than just filing paperwork. You need to be able to properly tell your story of the event and establish the extent of your injuries. You also need to be able to show why the other driver is at fault for your injuries and the real value of your claim. 

The insurer will likely reach out to you after the accident and ask you to provide a recorded statement. It is advised that you contact an attorney first. You are not obligated to provide a recorded statement, and doing so can potentially damage your claim. Your lawyer can take over these negotiations to make sure that your case is protected and that you are able to pursue the full value of the compensation you are owed. 

You need to contact a trained Albuquerque car crash lawyer at Will Ferguson & Associates if you were hurt by a reckless driver. If you have any questions about your ability to pursue a claim for compensation, give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.