Albuquerque, NM - Injury-Causing Collision Reported on Trumbull Ave

Albuquerque, NM (August 11, 2023) - A serious car crash in Albuquerque on Friday morning, August 11, left at least one person with injuries. 

Paramedics were first dispatched near the time of 5:57 a.m. to the crash site in the 4728 block of Trumbull Avenue SE. There were confirmed injuries resulting from the crash. The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to local hospitals for additional aid. 

The roadway was closed for several hours, and authorities advised nearby drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays. No additional information has been provided at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. 

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

Reckless Driving Accidents in New Mexico

You can never completely control the actions of another driver, and New Mexico motorists have been found to be some of the worst in the country. Driver distraction was the main contributor to car crashes in the state in 2018. That year, around 21.5 percent of injury collisions, 20.3 percent of property damage accidents, and 8.3 percent of fatal crashes involved some form of driver distraction. 

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Every state has a statute of limitations that determines how long you have to pursue a claim after a car crash. In New Mexico, that timeframe is set at three years. Insurance policies also have their own timeframes that must be adhered to. These deadlines can become confusing very quickly, and you need to make sure that your case is being managed by an experienced Albuquerque car crash lawyer who knows how to prioritize your health and well-being. 

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