Albuquerque, NM - Collision at Oak St & Coal Ave Results in Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (November 17, 2023) - There were confirmed injuries in the aftermath of a serious collision in the Albuquerque area on Thursday, November 16. The accident was first reported at around 9:24 p.m. at the crossing of Oak Street SE and Coal Avenue SE. At least one person involved suffered injuries, and emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. Ambulances were used to transport the crash victims to local hospitals for further treatment. 

The severity of the resulting injuries has not yet been determined. The roadway was closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris and reopen the road to outside traffic. No additional information on the crash is currently available. 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.

High-Speed Collisions in New Mexico

There is a much greater risk of a car accident when you exceed the speed limit. Despite this fact, a lot of drivers in New Mexico continue to speed on the state's roads and highways. The state saw 370 fatal crashes involving fast drivers between 2017 and 2019, according to the most recent crash statistics. More than 35 percent of all road deaths in New Mexico were recorded as a result of high-speed crashes. Speeding increases your risk of a serious collision for a number of reasons, two of which are the possibility of losing control of your vehicle and the total distance required to stop a car. 

It is important to be vigilant when driving. We all see reckless drivers every time we hit the road, whether it is someone who is changing lanes or speeding down the highway. It only takes a few seconds for another person’s negligence to change your life in the event of a crash. You can be driving one moment and then dealing with serious injuries the next. The resulting injuries and other damages can be life-changing, and you need to be sure that you are able to take the appropriate steps in order to protect your legal rights and secure fair compensation to cover your injuries and other financial losses. 

Your way of life is often on the line after a crash, and you should not leave your recovery to chance. You need a trained personal injury lawyer to handle your claim from the very beginning. You need to take immediate action to ensure that key evidence is preserved and that you are able to make a complete recovery. 

Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you during the difficult time following a serious crash. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury lawyers is here to make sure you can obtain a complete recovery if you were unfairly hurt by a reckless driver. If you are ready to get started on your claim, give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.