Albuquerque, NM - I-40 & Coors Blvd Car Accident with Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (November 16, 2023) - At least one person was hurt in the aftermath of a car crash in Albuquerque on Wednesday, November 15. At around 8:56 p.m., the crash was first reported on Interstate 40 EB near Coors Boulevard NW. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, and paramedics were rushed to render the necessary medical aid to the crash victims. Those needing additional treatment were later hospitalized by ambulance. 

At this time, the severity and number of resulting injuries have not been determined. The road was closed for several hours while emergency responders were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the scene of resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local authorities. 

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

Driving distraction has become extremely common on New Mexico's highways, and many drivers will admit to engaging in dangerous activities like using a smartphone while driving. The state has some of the highest rates of driving while intoxicated, and New Mexico also leads the nation in the number of fatalities caused by distracted driving, with 61.6 per 1 million residents.  A disturbing 40.75 percent of collisions reported in the state are caused by distracted driving. This is more than five times the national rate of 8.12 percent.

There is only so much that can be done to prevent a serious crash from taking place. In most cases, you will be hurt by a reckless driver who fails to maintain their lane, is speeding and runs into you at the intersection or just fails to follow the rules of the road and causes a collision. Whatever the event that caused your accident, you should not be held financially responsible if you are not at fault. You need to be sure that you have a strong understanding of your legal rights so you can take appropriate action to protect yourself. 

You need to make sure you are able to see a trusted medical professional after a crash. Your health and well-being are always a priority, and you need to be checked out to make sure you comprehend your condition. You do not want to mistakenly think you were not seriously hurt to only later realize your injuries were more severe than you once thought. 

There are many things that can go wrong during a personal injury claim, and you need a trusted Albuquerque car crash lawyer who is ready to step in to defend your claim. Will Ferguson & Associates has years of experience helping crash victims in New Mexico, and we want to help you during this difficult time. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a caring and compassionate personal injury lawyer. We are ready to fight for you.