Albuquerque, NM – Injury Motorcycle Crash on Rio Abajo Rd & Kinney St

Albuquerque, NM (August 24, 2024) – A traffic accident involving a motorcyclist and a motor vehicle occurred in Albuquerque on August 23. At around 2:03 p.m., emergency responders were sent to the site of the wreck on Rio Abajo Road. Reports from local sources show the incident happened near the intersection with Kinney Street when a motorcycle and a sedan collided.

Why the vehicles were involved in a collision remains under local law enforcement investigation at this time. Paramedics rendered aid to injured parties at the crash site before transporting those in need of extensive medical care to an area hospital. Police in Albuquerque continue to investigate the details of the wreck. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims. We hope for their full and swift recovery.

Auto Accidents in New Mexico

Every year, the state of New Mexico sees between 45,000 and 55,000 traffic accidents. Approximately 35% of these wrecks end in serious injuries for the individuals involved. On average, around 600 people end up losing their lives in these wrecks per year. Car wrecks occur for countless reasons in New Mexico and throughout the country, however; The majority of these wrecks are caused by the actions of negligent drivers. Motorcyclists become involved in traffic accidents in the United States approximately 14% of the time. Motorcyclists are often severely or even fatally injured when they become involved in traffic accidents due to traveling with little to no protection. Unfortunately, drivers who do not look out for motorcyclists are the most common reason injurious and fatal motorcycle crashes happen.

In the past decade, negligent driving has become a serious problem across the country. Hundreds of thousands of accidents, if not millions are caused by the actions of drivers who allow themselves to become intoxicated, over-tired, or distracted while behind the wheel. The most common types of negligent driving in the United States include intoxicated driving, fatigued driving, and distracted driving. For example, more than 400,000 car wrecks are caused yearly by drivers who are not paying attention to the road. Drivers become distracted for many reasons, however, cell phones are the most common. 

When you or someone you love has been hurt in a traffic accident that you believe may have been caused by a negligent driver, you should consider working with a car crash lawyer who can help you recover. A car accident attorney in Albuquerque can help you file a personal injury claim for financial compensation so you can get the money you need to pay for the damages that resulted from your accident. 

Call Will Ferguson & Associates at (505) 243-5566 to learn more about how we can help you through this challenging time in your life. We do not require payment unless you receive financial compensation, so you shouldn’t wait to contact our efficient legal team to schedule a free-of-charge consultation to review your case.