Albuquerque, NM – Car Accident at I-40 & Unser Blvd Causes Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (September 20, 2023) – A serious car accident in Albuquerque required support from local paramedics on Wednesday, September 20. 

The accident took place early that morning at around 2:32 a.m. on Interstate 40 EB near Unser Boulevard NW. The crash victims were provided immediate medical aid by emergency responders at the scene. The vehicles involved in the accident were significantly damaged, and the roadway was closed for several hours. 

Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it progresses. 

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

Car Wrecks in New Mexico

For people living in New Mexico, automobile accidents continue to be the main cause of fatalities and serious injuries. There were 29,541 car accidents reported in the state in 2018 alone, and these crashes resulted in 229 fatalities. The state has seen a steady rise in the number of fatal crashes in recent years, and there were 466 reported fatalities on the state’s roads in 2022. Alcohol was a factor in over 36 percent of these fatal collisions, and these accidents resulted in 170 fatalities. With 143 reported road fatalities that year, Bernalillo County was the county with the most fatal collisions in the state that year. 

Your life can change in seconds after a serious car accident. You can be involved in a crash when you least expect it and be left with serious injuries as a result. Most people are unsure of what needs to be done in order to pursue full and fair compensation after a serious car accident. You need to make sure that you consult with a qualified crash injury attorney in order to make sure you are able to get the full compensation you are owed to cover your injuries. Reaching a successful outcome to your claim will impact the rest of your life. If you are unable to cover your damages, you can find yourself in a difficult financial and emotional situation. 

You should never leave your recovery to chance. You need to contact a personal injury lawyer to get started on your case and make sure you are making informed decisions following a life-changing car accident. Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you navigate the complicated claims process. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury lawyers is here to answer any questions you may have about pursuing a personal injury claim, and we will be there to help you when you need us most. Do not hesitate to get started on your personal injury claim. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a trained car crash attorney and get to work on your case.