Albuquerque, NM - Car Wreck with Injuries Reported at I-25 & Lead Ave

Albuquerque, NM (July 28, 2023) - On Thursday, July 27, a car crash with injuries took place in Albuquerque. Paramedics were dispatched to the scene to render aid to the crash victims.

The car accident took place early that morning at 9:52 a.m. on Interstate 25 SB close to Lead Avenue. The accident resulted in injuries, but the severity and number of resulting injuries have not been confirmed. While emergency services were on the scene, the highway was shut down for several hours. Tow trucks were called to later reopen the roadway and clear any resulting debris. 

No further information has been provided at this time. Authorities advised drivers to avoid the scene and prepare for delays. 

The ongoing crash investigation is in the hands of local authorities. 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.

New Mexico Car Accidents

In the past three years in New Mexico, there have been an estimated 100 or so fatal car accidents reported annually on average. Additionally, the state was among the states with the highest fatality rates from distracted, drunk, and speeding driving in 2021. Reckless drivers can be held responsible for damages resulting from a car crash, and you should contact a car accident attorney today to get started on your claim. 

It takes more than just filling out the relevant paperwork and waiting for a check to recover compensation after a car accident. Accident victims have to first establish liability in order to receive fair compensation for their damages. This means demonstrating how the negligent party's actions directly contributed to the accident and your injuries. You should always discuss your claim with a qualified attorney to see determine how much you deserve to recover in your claim. 

New Mexico has a system of comparative negligence, and this can greatly impact your ability to recover full compensation for your damages. Under this system, the victim's compensation will be limited depending on how much fault they share for the accident. For example, a victim who bears 30 percent of the blame will only receive 70 percent of the compensation they are owed. 

If you have been hurt in an auto accident, you need to make sure your rights are upheld by a lawyer at Will Ferguson & Associates, and it is key that you start your case as soon as possible after your crash. You can contact our offices today at (505) 243-5566 to talk with a personal injury attorney and get the process started. Our personal injury lawyers in Albuquerque have years of experience in the law and are here to make sure you obtain full and fair compensation. Our objective is to make sure that each of our clients is able to make a complete recovery after a serious car accident. We will be by your side every step of the way to make sure that the at-fault party is brought to justice for their role in a serious car accident.