Albuquerque, NM – Major Injuries in Collision on Atrisco Vista Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (April 19, 2024) – On Thursday, April 18, at least one person was hurt following a traffic accident in the Albuquerque area. Paramedics were sent to the scene late that night around 10:14 p.m. at the 7327 block of Atrisco Vista Boulevard NW. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the extent of the resulting injuries has not been determined. 

Emergency crews were present to provide aid to the involved parties. Those requiring treatment were later transferred to nearby hospitals by ambulance. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The circumstances leading to the crash are not currently available. Local authorities advised local motorists to avoid the scene and to prepare for delays while emergency crews were present. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation. 

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

New Mexico Car Accidents

Every time you get on the road, there is a chance that you could get into a car accident that changes your life. In New Mexico, automobile accidents claim hundreds of lives annually. There were 466 traffic fatalities recorded in the state in 2022. The state has a problem with drunk driving, which contributes to a substantial number of crashes in New Mexico. Drunk drivers were involved in 170 fatal crashes in 2022, making up over 36 percent of all roadway deaths that year. Wearing a seatbelt alone can significantly lower your risk of dying in an automobile accident, but following a catastrophic collision, you need to be certain that you can take the necessary steps to preserve your way of life.

You can only take so many precautions to avoid getting struck by a careless driver on the road. In New Mexico, there are serious crashes on a regular basis. What you do following a crash will influence how you live the rest of your life. You must be very serious about pursuing a strong claim for recovery. The longer you put off pursuing a case, the greater the risk of losing important evidence that could strengthen your case. A qualified attorney can intervene to guarantee that your case is managed correctly from the beginning to the end. To level the playing field while facing a major insurance company that deals with cases similar to yours on a daily basis, you need to consult a lawyer to manage your case. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has a proven track record of helping injured parties pursue full and fair compensation after a serious auto accident. We have helped many crash victims from across New Mexico pursue compensation in the event of a crash, and we are ready to get to work on your case. Our Albuquerque auto accident lawyers are here to diligently fight for your legal rights every step of the way. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your case and discuss your situation with a trained lawyer.