Albuquerque, NM – Garfield Ave & Amherst Dr Car Crash with Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (December 15, 2023) – There were confirmed injuries resulting from a traffic accident in the Albuquerque area. The crash was reported that morning at around 8:52 a.m. at the intersection of Garfield Avenue SE and Amherst Drive SE. At least one person involved in the accident was hurt, and emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render the necessary medical aid. 

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The roadway was closed while emergency crews were present, and the area was later reopened to outside traffic after tow trucks were able to clear the resulting debris. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident 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.

New Mexico Car Accidents

In New Mexico, there is always a danger that you could get into a car accident when driving. Data from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) show that there is a collision takes place somewhere in the state roughly every twelve minutes. An average of one person is injured in an automobile accident in New Mexico every 26 minutes. After a catastrophic auto accident, you must take all reasonable steps to safeguard your legal rights, and that often means working closely with a trained attorney.

Every year, thousands of people in New Mexico suffer injuries in auto accidents. These collisions are known to cause serious harm to individuals involved and typically occur when you least expect them to. After a catastrophic collision, likely, your life may soon spiral out of control due to mounting medical expenses, missed income, and pain and suffering damages. It is challenging to balance your normal life with all of these things. After a car accident, you must make sure you respond right away. Some people make the mistake of thinking that after a collision, recovery time is necessary. This is accurate, but to support your compensation claim, you must act immediately.

If you put off taking legal action for too long, crucial evidence can vanish completely. You must collaborate with a proficient law firm that can ensure that you gather relevant evidence to support your claim and that all deadlines are met. You do not want to leave your case and recovery to chance. 

After a car accident that alters your life, you should not be left on your own. Will Ferguson & Associates’ legal team is prepared to take your case and defend your entitlement to compensation that you may have lost. Our Albuquerque personal injury attorneys are committed to ensuring that the individual responsible for your injuries is held accountable. We have years of experience assisting crash victims in pursuing successful personal injury cases. Give our offices a call at (505) 243-5566 to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney about your situation. We will not stop until you can achieve a full recovery to cover your injuries and other damages.