Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Auto Accident on Jefferson St
Albuquerque, NM (December 23, 2024) – At least one person was hurt following an auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Monday, December 23. The collision occurred that morning, around 11:31 a.m., at the 7700 block of Jefferson Street NE. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel.
The number and severity of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further support. The circumstances leading to the accident have not yet been reported. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting debris in order to reopen the road to outside traffic. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local authorities.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
New Mexico Car Crashes
According to statistics, driving in New Mexico can be very dangerous. According to data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), in a recent year, there were 8.8 automobile fatalities in the state per 100,000 residents, considerably higher than the national average. Every year in New Mexico, tens of thousands of car accidents are reported, leaving thousands of people injured and hundreds of people dead. The state is notorious for its reckless drivers, and data show that the main factors contributing to significant collisions statewide are speeding, drunk driving, and driver distraction. After a significant collision, you should be prepared to defend your legal rights by working with an experienced lawyer.
Your way of life is often on the line after a serious crash, and you need to partner with a trained Albuquerque personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Will Ferguson & Associates has a proven track record of helping injured parties pursue successful personal injury claims, and our legal team is here to help you protect your legal rights. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your case with the help of a trained car crash lawyer.
