Albuquerque, NM - Coors Blvd & La Orilla Rd Injury Collision

Albuquerque, NM (October 1, 2024) - On Monday, September 30, at least one person sustained injuries after a car accident in the Albuquerque area. That evening around 7:53 p.m., the crash was first reported at the crossing of Coors Boulevard NW and La Orilla Road NW. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. 

Ambulances were available to transport the crash victims to local hospitals. The severity and number of the related damages have not yet been determined. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined. Hence, there is an ongoing investigation by local law enforcement officials into the cause of the accident.

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 on the rise across the country, and there’s an increasing number of drivers constantly glancing down at their phones behind the wheel. According to the most recent figures, distracted driving is a contributing factor in about 41 percent of fatalities across the nation and accounts for an astoundingly high percentage of crashes in New Mexico. New Mexico’s rate of distracted driving-related crashes is nearly five times the national average. You can travel the length of a football field in the time it takes to send a single text. If you want to pursue a claim for compensation, it is always in your best interests to work closely with a competent legal team. 

It can be hard to pick up the pieces and recover after a serious car accident. When you work closely with a trained Albuquerque personal injury lawyer, you will be in a better situation to get the most out of your case. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is prepared to fight for you. Contact us today at (505) 243-5566 to back on the path to a full recovery. We are here to protect your legal rights every step of the way.