Albuquerque, NM - Car Accident with Injuries at Oak St & Lomas Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (July 10, 2023) - A serious car accident in the Albuquerque area required immediate action from emergency responders. 

At around 4:51 p.m., the accident was first reported at the intersection of Oak Street and Lomas Boulevard. Paramedics were present to provide aid to the involved parties. The crash victims were later transferred to local hospitals for additional treatment. 

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.

New Mexico Distracted Driving Crashes

Driver distraction has become a serious issue across the country, and the percentage of fatal accidents involving a distracted driver in New Mexico is 40.75 percent. This figure is more than five times higher than the United States average of 8.12%. According to a recent study, New Mexico has the nation's highest number of fatal crashes involving distracted drivers. 

A settlement is an agreement between the party that caused the accident or their insurance provider and the injured party, and it provides compensation for the injured person or the surviving family members of a person who died in an accident that they did not cause. A settlement can happen at any time, either before or during a trial. While negotiations are underway, one party could demand payment from the other. Settlements are typically preferable to going to court and can work in the favor of both parties. If you cannot reach an agreement, your case may have to go to court. 

The time frame for filing a lawsuit following a car accident varies by state. This time period is commonly referred to as the statute of limitations. In New Mexico, the injured party has a maximum of two years after the time of a car accident to file a lawsuit and appear in court. You need to make sure you do not miss the statute of limitations, or you could be completely barred from pursuing a claim entirely. 

Contact a car accident attorney in Albuquerque if you are thinking about pursuing a claim for compensation. You need to make sure your case is as strong as possible, and we are here to make sure you are able to maximize your recovery. Call our offices today at (505) 243-5566 to make an appointment for a free legal consultation with an attorney at Will Ferguson & Associates.