Albuquerque, NM – Car Wreck with Serious Injuries on Kathryn Ave

Albuquerque, NM (April 10, 2024) – At least one person sustained injuries in the aftermath of a traffic accident in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, April 9. Emergency crews were sent to the scene at the 5415 block of Kathryn Avenue SE that evening around 8:57 p.m. that night. The roadway was temporarily closed while paramedics and authorities were present. 

The injured parties were provided aid at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital to undergo additional treatment. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting wreckage and reopen the site to outside traffic. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation. More updates will be provided as the investigation continues. 

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

In New Mexico, it is not uncommon to witness drivers using their phones while operating a vehicle, and recent polls reveal that a sizable portion of drivers readily admit to using a phone while on the road. New Mexico tops the list in terms of states with the highest rate of crashes caused by distracted drivers. Both drunk driving and distracted driving are prevalent in the state, and statistics indicate that distracted driving accounts for approximately 40.75 percent of all crashes in New Mexico. This figure is nearly five times more than the national average. If you or someone close to you is seriously hurt in a car crash, you should consult with a trained lawyer to pursue a strong claim for compensation. 

You might have to deal with unexpected and severe injuries as well as other damages after a serious collision. Your entire life can be changed, so you need to be sure you can take the necessary actions to safeguard your legal rights and pursue fair compensation for these and other losses. Car crash victims often find themselves under difficult circumstances, so you should not take any chances with your recovery. To ensure that your case is handled appropriately at every stage, you must get in touch with an experienced lawyer. It is critical that you move right away to safeguard your complete recovery. The insurance company will try to persuade you to accept a lowball settlement offer by saying that the amount will more than cover your damages. However, our attorneys are aware that this is not always the case.

Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you through this difficult time as you pursue a personal injury claim following a major collision. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury attorneys is here to make sure you receive the best result possible for your case if a negligent motorist causes you to sustain injuries in an automobile accident. If you are prepared to begin working on your case, please contact us today at (505) 243-5566.