Albuquerque, NM – Injury Crashes Closes All Lanes at Columbia Dr & Coal Ave

Albuquerque, NM (May 2, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries following a car accident in Albuquerque early on Wednesday, May 1. That afternoon around 2:06 p.m., the collision was first reported at the corner of Columbia Drive SE and Coal Avenue SE. All eastbound lanes were closed as a result of the crash. 

At least one person involved in the crash was reportedly injured. At this time, the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. Emergency crews were present to provide aid to the injured parties. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized by ambulance. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were dispatched to clear the scene and to reopen the roadway to outside traffic. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision. 

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

Car Crashes in New Mexico

Every day, drivers in New Mexico suffer life-threatening injuries in car crashes. There were 46,73 crashes registered in the state in a recent year, which means that about every 11 minutes, a crash was reported somewhere in New Mexico. These collisions resulted in 392 fatalities and 19,790 injuries overall. Intoxication, speeding, and driver distraction are the main causes of serious crashes in the state. You must be able to take the required actions to safeguard your legal rights by collaborating closely with an experienced attorney to pursue a compensation claim.

If you are not at fault in a serious crash, you should not be held accountable for the resulting damages. Many New Mexico crash victims are unprepared to deal with severe injuries and other damages that often follow a collision, and you might not know how to pursue a claim for compensation in order to recover financially. You should get in touch with a team of knowledgeable personal injury lawyers with a track record of assisting crash victims in pursuing successful cases to ensure that the negligent party is held accountable for their part in the collision. You should not attempt to manage your claim by yourself. Even if you believe your case is clear-cut, numerous unforeseen challenges might come up that you are not ready to handle, and you run the danger of being taken advantage of by a major insurer.

A trained Albuquerque car accident lawyer will know how to gather the necessary evidence and construct a strong claim in order to protect your full and fair compensation. We will leave no stone unturned in your pursuit of justice. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you navigate the complicated claims process while acting as your advocate at every stage of your recovery. Our lawyers will be able to answer any questions you may have during a free consultation. If you are ready to get to work on your case, contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566.