Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Car Accident at I-40 & Carlisle Blvd
Albuquerque, NM (November 24, 2023) – At least one person sustained injuries following a traffic accident in Albuquerque on Thursday night, November 23. The incident occurred that night at around 8:49 p.m. on Interstate 40 EB near Carlisle Boulevard NE. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the extent and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined at this time.
The injured parties were transported to local hospitals after being treated by attending medical personnel. The crash site was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the site of any resulting debris and reopen the roadway. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
New Mexico Driver Distraction Crashes
Distracted driving is still a big problem in New Mexico. In fact, in the state of New York in 2017, there was a reported distracted driving crash nearly every 56 minutes. A total of 9,386 vehicle accidents were reported in the state that year with distracted driving as a contributing cause. It is not necessary to consult crash data to understand the dangers of driving while distracted. In New Mexico alone, distracted driving claimed the lives of 195 people in 2021, and these kinds of crashes caused about 513 fatalities and 14,186 injuries between 2011 and 2015.
A personal injury settlement may provide financial compensation to a victim of a serious traffic accident. A settlement that benefits both parties can often be struck before having to go to trial, saving the parties from the hassle of going to court. If you and the responsible party are unable to reach a settlement, you may need to take your case all the way to court. Whether you settle out of court or proceed to trial, having legal representation will be essential in your ability to make a complete recovery.
Each state has a different statute of limitations, which is the time limit within which a lawsuit must be filed after a car accident. In the state of New Mexico, the injured party has three years from the date of the accident to file a claim and appear in court. You have to be careful to observe the statute of limitations in order to prevent completely giving up your right to compensation.
If you are considering filing a claim for compensation, get in touch with an Albuquerque car accident lawyer as soon as you can. You need to make sure that your case is successful, and you must exert every effort to make this a reality. Our lawyers are available to help you pursue your claim and get the most money possible. Make an immediate appointment for a free legal consultation with an attorney at Will Ferguson & Associates by giving our offices a call at (505) 243-5566.
