Albuquerque, NM - Collision with Injuries on I-40 near I-25

Albuquerque, NM (April 9, 2024) - A serious auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, April 9, required support from local paramedics. The collision took place early that morning around 1:06 a.m. on Interstate 40 WB near Interstate 25. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. 

At least one person involved in the crash was hurt. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel before being transferred to local hospitals for additional treatment. The severity of the related damages has not been determined. The area was later reopened to outside traffic after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris. No additional information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in the hands of local authorities. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Car Wrecks in New Mexico

In the state of New Mexico, car accidents continue to be the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries. Data from the New Mexico Traffic Crash Annual Report (NMTCAR) shows that Dona Ana, Santa Fe, and Bernalillo counties experience the highest number of car crashes across the state. Bernalillo County leads the pack with over 14,000 documented crashes on average per year. New Mexico also leads the country in alcohol-related arrests. in Bernalillo County, alcohol or intoxication was a contributing factor in an astounding 38.4 percent of reported auto accidents. It can be devastating to be hurt in a serious crash caused by another person’s reckless actions. You should work with a trained lawyer to pursue a strong claim for compensation after a life-changing collision. 

Making the most of your case is important, and a knowledgeable lawyer can help you calculate how much compensation you should receive for your injuries and other damages. Your claim is too essential to leave to chance, and the more severe your injuries, the more probable it is that the insurance company will argue that your claim is not valid. If you are not able to get the compensation you need, you may find yourself in a difficult scenario where you have to deal with growing debt and additional expenses. In order to ensure that your case is handled properly and that you may obtain the best possible outcome for your case, you should carefully discuss your options with an experienced attorney.

There are many reasons why you should speak with an experienced attorney if you are injured by a negligent driver. Many of our clients at Will Ferguson & Associates have been able to successfully pursue injury claims with the help of our Albuquerque car crash lawyers, and we are ready to get to work on your case as soon as possible. Give our offices a call at (505) 243-5566 if you are ready to start your personal injury claim. We will be able to guide you through the complicated claims process to make sure your case is handled properly from start to finish.