Albuquerque, NM – Car Wreck Ends in Injuries on Malaguena Ln

Albuquerque, NM (January 16, 2024) – On Monday, January 16, there were reported injuries after a car accident in the Albuquerque area. The crash was reported late that night at around 11:10 p.m. at the 10225 block of Malaguena Lane NE. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital for further treatment. 

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The vehicles involved in the crash sustained significant damage, and tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No additional information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress, and more updates will be released as it continues. 

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 need to be ready to take action following a car accident. Every year in the state of New Mexico, catastrophic auto accidents claim hundreds of lives and injure tens of thousands of people. In 2022, there were 466 recorded traffic fatalities in the state. Data shows that 180 of the 122 fatalities associated with vehicle accidents—or around 36 percent of the total—were brought on by drunk driving. Bernalillo County had the largest number of traffic fatalities in New Mexico that year, with 143 recorded victims.

In a matter of seconds, a major car accident can change your life forever. No one ever plans to be hurt in a crash, but it is crucial to be prepared in the event you are hurt by a reckless driver. This means finding a reliable lawyer you can speak with about your claim and determine your best course of action. There is so much on the line when pursuing a claim for compensation, and you want to do everything possible to maximize your recovery. It is important to take immediate action in order to protect your legal rights. 

After a car accident, you may entitled to lost compensation for your injuries and other damages, but filing a personal injury claim on your own can be difficult. You must take all necessary steps to optimize your recovery, and a skilled lawyer with years of relevant experience can help you every step of the way. This is often the only way to get the most possible compensation in your case. 

If you or a loved one is unfairly injured in a car accident, the legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is ready to fight for you. Our legal team is ready to support you as you fight for your recovery. Our Albuquerque personal injury lawyers will support you at every turn. Give our legal offices a call today at (505) 243-5566 in order to get started on your case with a trained car crash attorney. We can answer any questions that you may have about your case during a free consultation.