Albuquerque, NM – Collision at Adams St & Menaul Blvd Ends in Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (July 19, 2024) – At least one person was injured following a traffic accident in Albuquerque on Friday, July 19. The accident took place at the corner of Adams Street NE and Menaul Boulevard NE early that morning around 10:02 a.m. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the extent and number of the resulting damages have not been determined. 

Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties and transport those with injuries to nearby medical facilities. The roadway was temporarily closed due to the collision. Tow trucks were later dispatched in order to clear the scene and reopen the area to outside traffic. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined. 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. 

Distracted Driving Crashes in New Mexico

Distracted driving is a factor in more than 20.6 percent of car crashes recorded in New Mexico, according to the New Mexico Traffic Crash Annual Report (NMTCAR). Driver distraction was a factor in 21,894 of the 62,787 crashes reported in the state of New Mexico in a recent year. It is well established that reckless driving leads to more serious injuries. In the United States, distracted driving causes approximately 3,000 fatalities annually, and more than 400,000 people suffer injuries. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a car accident, you should pursue a claim for recovery with the help of a trained legal team. 

At Will Ferguson & Associates, we understand how stressful this time is for you, and we want to make sure you can seek a compensation claim. Nobody should have to foot the bill for someone else’s irresponsible driving. Our Albuquerque auto accident lawyers will stand up for your legal rights and fight to bring the at-fault party to justice. Our lawyers can answer any questions you might have during a free-of-charge consultation. Contact us at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case and explore your legal options.