Albuquerque, NM – Crash with Injuries at San Pedro Dr & Candelaria Rd

Albuquerque, NM (March 25, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries in the aftermath of an auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Sunday, March 24. The crash occurred at the crossing of San Pedro Drive NE and Candelaria Road NE that night at around 9:57 p.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. 

Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for additional treatment. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. The roadway was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials. 

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

New Mexico is home to some of the worst drivers in the nation, and on the state’s roads, reckless driving can be hard to avoid. Driver distraction is one of the main causes of catastrophic accidents in New Mexico, accounting for about 21.5 percent of injury collisions and 8.3 percent of traffic fatalities in a recent year. According to statistics, there are over 3,000 fatalities and hundreds of thousands of serious injuries caused by distracted drivers in the United States each year. In the event that you or a loved one gets injured in an automobile accident, you should be ready to file a lawsuit by partnering with a trained attorney. 

If you have suffered serious injuries in a car accident, it is never too soon to contact a reliable auto accident lawyer. It is crucial that you have someone watching out for your legal rights and making sure they are protected at every stage of your recovery. You need a lawyer who is prepared to battle for your complete recovery. Not all legal teams are created equal. There’s too much on the line to take any chances with your case and partner with a firm without the right experience. You must seek a solid personal injury claim with the help of a qualified lawyer. 

It can be hard to understand what needs to be done in order to make a complete recovery following a life-changing auto accident. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to answer any questions that you may have about your legal rights during a free consultation. Our Albuquerque personal injury lawyers are prepared to fight for you and get you the best possible outcome for your case. If you are ready to get to work on your personal injury claim, contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your personal injury claim. We will diligently fight for your legal rights at every stage of your case.