Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Car Wreck at I-25 & Menaul Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (April 8, 2024) – On Saturday, April 6, at least one person sustained injuries after an auto accident in the Albuquerque area. Early that morning around 9:21 a.m., the crash was first reported on Interstate 25 NB near Menaul Boulevard. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. 

Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals. The severity and number of the related damages have not yet been determined. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Distracted Driving Accidents in New Mexico

Distracted driving is becoming more common as we witness more and more drivers staring down at their phones every day. Statistics indicate that approximately 41 percent of fatal collisions nationwide involve some form of distracted driving, and it accounts for a startlingly high proportion of crashes in New Mexico. This is nearly 12 percentage points higher than the second-highest state on the list, Hawaii. New Mexico’s distracted driver fatality rate is nearly five times greater than the national average. These statistics should worry everybody who has to drive on New Mexico roadways and remember that a distracted motorist can cause an accident at any time. You may be able to pursue lost compensation with the help of a trained lawyer after a serious crash. 

In New Mexico, most of us have to drive every day. We all spend so much time behind the wheel, and there is a good chance that you or a loved one will be in a car accident at some point in your life. Major crashes happen every day all around the state. If you or a loved one is hurt by the conduct of a negligent driver, you need to have a good plan in place to make sure you can achieve a full recovery. That means having an accomplished car accident lawyer on your side who has handled personal injury claims for many years.

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to support you as you pursue a full recovery after a serious car accident. Our lawyers have years of experience assisting New Mexico residents who have been in accidents in pursuing successful personal injury lawsuits, and we are ready to get to work on your case. Our team of Albuquerque car crash attorneys will be by your side every step of the way. We are available to provide you with the legal advice you need to pursue a successful claim. Give us a call at (505) 243-5566 to speak with a qualified attorney about your case and get back on the path to a full recovery.