Albuquerque, NM – Injuries Follow Collision on Ridge Stone Dr SW
Albuquerque, NM (February 11, 2024) – At least one person was transported to an area hospital for the treatment of injuries following a car crash that occurred on Sunday morning, February 11. The incident was reported to law enforcement at approximately 11:40 a.m.
According to reports from Albuquerque Fire Rescue, a motor vehicle accident took place in the 400 block of Ridge Stone Drive Southwest. The incident prompted authorities to shut down a portion of the roadway while assisting. Emergency medical services responded to the scene of the accident to provide care to the injured victims. Those who required further medical attention were transported to local hospitals. Emergency crews remained at the scene for nearly an hour while working to clear the road. Investigations into the crash are currently ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time.
Auto Accidents in New Mexico
Each year, motor vehicle accidents in New Mexico take the lives of hundreds of people while leaving thousands of others seriously injured. There are countless instances where people are harmed as a result of crashes caused by negligent and careless drivers. We continue to see innocent people harmed due to drivers who are speeding or impaired while behind the wheel. Other careless and reckless actions include driving while distracted, failing to yield, and running red lights.
Innocent people involved in accidents are often left with serious injuries that change their lives forever. It is common to see victims left with trauma to the head, back injuries, and other serious injuries that require extensive medical care. Unfortunately, painful physical and emotional injuries can be quite costly to care for.
After an accident, car crash victims have the ability to pursue legal claims for compensation. In New Mexico, damages for car crash victims are paid based on the pure comparative negligence laws. These laws state that a victim is able to recover compensation so long as they are not 100 percent at fault for the accident. As such, even if you are found to be more than 50 percent responsible for the accident that took place, you still have the ability to recover compensation for all of the damages that were caused by the other person involved in the crash. However, the money you receive will be reduced by the amount of fault you share. Working with an Albuquerque car accident lawyer can help to ensure you are able to maximize the compensation you recover.
If you have been injured in a car accident, the team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to support and fight for you. Our dedicated attorneys understand the challenges that come with recovering from a motor vehicle accident and are committed to providing you with reliable legal advice and representation. We offer free consultations so that we can discuss your case in detail and ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve. Contact our New Mexico law firm today at 505-243-5566 for a free consultation and let us help ease some of the stress during this difficult time.
