Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Collision at Unser Blvd & I-40

Albuquerque, NM (December 19, 2023) – On Tuesday, December 19, there were confirmed injuries resulting from a car crash in the Albuquerque area. The accident was reported at around 6:55 a.m. at the corner of Unser Boulevard NW near Interstate 40. At least one person involved was hurt, but the extent of the resulting damages has not been confirmed. 

The injured parties were treated at the scene by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a nearby hospital for further aid. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more information will be made public as it continues. 

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

Car Crashes in New Mexico

New Mexico is a state with a lot to offer, so many tourists flock to the state every year. That means there are often many drivers who are unfamiliar with the state’s roads. According to findings from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS), New Mexico has one of the highest vehicle fatality rates in the nation. There were 18.4 deaths reported per 100,000 people in the state in 2014. There were 337 deadly collisions reported in New Mexico that year. 

The risk of a crash is present at almost any time you are traveling on or near the roadway. It is important that you have a plan in place in the event you or someone close to you is hurt in an auto accident. No one ever plans to be involved in a life-changing collision, but it only takes a few seconds for the actions of a reckless driver to change your life forever. You need to be sure that you are able to recover the full value of your claim, and that usually means working closely with a trained personal injury lawyer in New Mexico. 

The aftermath of a car accident can be difficult to handle on your own, and a trained lawyer can step in to ensure that you are able to get the most out of your claim. Your attorney will be able to closely investigate your crash and determine who is responsible for your damages, and they can also assign a dollar value to your claim. This can help protect you from accepting a subpar settlement offer from the insurance provider. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates understands you are going through a difficult time if you have been hurt in a serious auto accident. We want to help you pursue a full recovery in a personal injury claim. If you want to discuss your case with a trained Albuquerque personal injury lawyer, give us a call today. We can help you during every step of the claims process. If you are ready to get started on your case today, contact our law offices at (505) 243-5566.