Albuquerque, NM - Major Injury Car Wreck on Atrisco Dr

Albuquerque, NM (August 21, 2023) - A car accident with injuries was reported in Albuquerque on Monday, August 21, at the 801 block of Atrisco Drive NW.

The incident was reported at around 12:16 p.m., and emergency responders were sighted providing necessary medical aid to the involved parties. Ambulances were also present to transport the injured parties to a local hospital. The severity and number of resulting injuries have not been determined at this time. 

The vehicles were significantly damaged which resulted in the closure of the roadway. Tow trucks were required to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the road. No additional information has been made public at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress. 

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

Auto Accidents in New Mexico

Across New Mexico and the entire United States, car accidents continue to be the leading cause of death and serious injury. The number of car accidents fatalities in the state have been a cause for concern for many years now. While New Mexico is home to some of the worst drivers in the country, Albuquerque has some of the worst drivers in the state. There were 19,034 reported car accidents in Bernalillo County in 2019 alone. That means a crash was reported almost every 27 minutes. The state has the unfortunate reputation of having a high rate of alcohol-related car accidents, and there were 675 crashes involving alcohol reported in Albuquerque alone that year. 

The person responsible for a serious car accident will be held financially responsible for any resulting damages under New Mexico's fault laws. Negligence on the road comes with a significant cost in the state. It can be difficult to determine who is responsible for your injuries, especially if there are multiple drivers involved in your accident. 

You have three times after the date of your accident to pursue a claim for compensation in New Mexico. This timeframe is known as the statute of limitations. However, there are many factors that can alter the time limit needed to file a claim. You should always consult with a personal injury lawyer to determine if there is anything impacting your ability to pursue a claim for compensation. The other driver could even argue that you share the blame for the accident. This can reduce your compensation under the state’s comparative fault laws. This can seem complicated to understand if you have little experience in the law. 

Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you pursue full and fair compensation after a serious car accident. We want to make sure that you and your loved ones can recover financially if you were unfairly injured by a reckless driver. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a trained Albuquerque car accident lawyer. We will make sure you understand your legal rights and know how much you deserve in your claim to ensure maximum recovery.