Albuquerque, NM – Injury Car Accident at I-40 & Rio Grande Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (October 17, 2024) – On Wednesday, October 17, at least one person suffered injuries following a car accident in Albuquerque. That morning around 8:10 a.m., emergency responders were first dispatched to the scene on Interstate 40 EB near Rio Grande Boulevard NW. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the related damages have not yet been determined. 

The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital to undergo additional treatment. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks could clear the site of the resulting debris. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more information will be released as it continues. 

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

New Mexico Distracted Driving Crashes

Distracted driving is known to cause serious car accidents. Nearly eight people die on American roads every day on average and over 3,000 people are estimated to lose their lives as a result of this reckless behavior. Distracted drivers cause about 400,000 injuries annually, or more than 15 percent of injury crashes nationwide on average. A driver who is not paying attention will likely look away from the road 10 percent of the time. A distracted driver needs to be held responsible if they cause a serious car accident. This means working with a skilled car accident lawyer to pursue a compelling personal injury claim.

With the support of the attorneys at Will Ferguson & Associates, you can pursue the maximum settlement for your case. We have a history of helping injured parties pursue successful personal injury claims. Our team of Albuquerque car accident lawyers is here to help you every step of the way. Call us at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a compassionate attorney. You will be glad that we are on your side as you fight for a full recovery.