Albuquerque, NM - Four Hurt in Rollover Crash on I-40

Albuquerque, NM (April 15, 2024) - Four people were injured after a rollover accident outside of Albuquerque on Saturday, April 13. A travel trailer was traveling on Interstate 40 early that morning at around 11 a.m. when it overturned. Two other vehicles were also damaged in the crash. 

It was revealed that a total of five people were involved in the accident. A minor traveling in one of the vehicles was ejected. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized for additional support. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The circumstances leading to the incident have not been determined. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

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

Rollover Accidents in New Mexico

There are many things that can cause a serious rollover, but a driver's carelessness is the most common factor. Sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks are two vehicle types that have a higher chance of overturning in an accident, and the rate of rollover crashes has steadily increased as a result of their growing popularity in recent years. Rollover accidents claimed the lives of 6,358 persons in the United States in a recent year. In nearly 74 percent of these fatal collisions, there was a prior impact leading to the rollover. A little over 28 percent of passenger car fatalities in a recent year were caused by rollover accidents. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a crash, you should consult with a trained lawyer to pursue your just compensation. 

You never know what other people will do behind the wheel, and each year a large number of Albuquerque residents are injured in auto accidents. Because the state is home to some of the worst drivers in the nation, accidents involving cars can occur practically anytime you are traveling on or near a road. Car crashes continue to be the leading cause of death and serious injury in New Mexico, with hundreds dying on the state's roads each year, which is why you should be ready to defend your legal rights in the event that you are unintentionally hurt in a crash. This entails seeking legal advice from an experienced New Mexico personal injury attorney to determine whether you are eligible to file a compensation claim.

Will Ferguson & Associates understand what you are going through after being unfairly hurt by the actions of a reckless driver. Our team of Albuquerque car crash attorneys are here to answer your questions and help you make the best decision to achieve a full recovery. If you want to discuss your case with a trained personal injury lawyer, contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566. We are ready to fight for your legal rights at every stage of your case.