Albuquerque, NM – Car Crash at Newton Pl & Menaul Blvd Causes Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (February 28, 2024) – On Wednesday morning, February 28, there were reported injuries after a car crash in the Albuquerque area. The accident was reported at the crossing of Newton Place NE and Menaul Boulevard NE at around 6:42 a.m. Emergency responders were present to render aid to the involved parties. 

Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for additional treatment. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The circumstances leading to the accident were not provided in the initial reports. 

The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were dispatched to clear the area of the resulting wreckage. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash 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.

Distracted Driving Accidents in New Mexico

Many people in New Mexico drive recklessly, and the state has a reputation for having some of the worst drivers in the country. Drivers who are careless or distracted cause serious injuries, even if you abide by all traffic laws. New Mexico has one of the highest rates of crashes involving distracted motorists Crash statistics reveal that driver distraction accounts for 8.3 percent of fatal fatalities and roughly 21.5 percent of collisions resulting in injuries in the state. One of the most common types of driver distraction is texting while driving, but other examples include talking to a passenger, talking on the phone, or fiddling with the radio dial.

Most of us drive every day, and car crashes happen daily across New Mexico. The steps you take immediately after a crash can impact there’s of your life. A careless motorist might cause a life-changing collision in a matter of seconds. After an accident, you want to recover as quickly as possible, and working with an experienced attorney can help maximize your recovery and protect your legal rights during this difficult time. 

Handling a personal injury claim on your own can be difficult, and it also leaves you exposed to the deceitful tactics that are commonly used by large insurance companies to cheat crash victims out of their fair compensation. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has handled countless cases just like yours, and we want to help you in any way we can to ensure you can get the best possible outcome for your claim. Our Albuquerque car crash lawyers are just a phone call away. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 if you are ready to get started on your case. When you work with our skilled legal team, you know your case is in good hands, and we are ready to diligently fight for your legal rights at every stage of your recovery.