Albuquerque, NM - Injuries Result from Car Accident at I-40 & San Mateo Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (June 30, 2023) - Emergency services were dispatched to the site of a serious car crash with injuries on Thursday, June 29, in Albuquerque.

The crash happened on Interstate 40 westbound close to San Mateo Boulevard at roughly 11:23 a.m. The injured parties were taken by ambulance to the hospital. At this point, it is unknown how serious the injuries were or how many people were involved. 

No updates on the accident have been provided at this time. 

Local authorities are handling the ongoing crash investigation. 

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

Car Wrecks in New Mexico

Your quality of life will be significantly impacted by the injuries you get in a car accident. A crash was reported in New Mexico every eleven minutes in 2018, with 46,786 accidents taking place that year. In total, 392 persons lost their lives in traffic accidents that year, and 19,790 others were hurt. Automobile accidents continue to be the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries for New Mexico residents. If a negligent motorist leaves you with injuries, you must be prepared to battle for compensation.

You may be eligible to file a personal injury claim for damages if you were hurt in an auto accident. Speak with a car accident attorney as soon as you can to make sure your case is as strong as possible. Your attorney can also help you determine what legal options are available to you after a collision, and our legal team will defend your rights and make a strong case for getting the maximum amount of compensation you deserve for your damages.

Accident victims on their own might lack the legal expertise needed to safeguard their legal rights. This is why it is so important to have a good lawyer representing you. You need to be able to show that your accident resulted in your injuries, follow any deadlines that could affect your case, and gather evidence to support your claim. These are just a few of the many factors that could affect your prospects of winning total compensation. You can let your lawyer handle managing your case while you concentrate on making a complete recovery. 

Contact an Albuquerque personal injury attorney as soon as possible if you were injured in a car accident. Before you begin the process of pursuing your compensation claim, you need to make sure you have the right lawyer working on your case. Your attorney needs to have handled personal injury lawsuits involving auto accidents, and they must be able to represent your interests and obtain evidence to back up your claim. If you want to schedule a free consultation with a lawyer from Will Ferguson & Associates, contact our offices at (505) 243-5566 right away.