Albuquerque, NM - Major Injury Collision at Cutler Ave & 4th St

Albuquerque, NM (April 2, 2024) - A serious car accident in the Albuquerque area on Monday, April 1, required support from local paramedics. The collision was reported that night around 8:46 p.m. at the intersection of Cutler Avenue NW and 4th Street NW. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, and paramedics were dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. 

Ambulances were available to transport the crash victims to local hospitals for further treatment. Local authorities advised nearby drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting wreckage and other debris in order to reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No additional information on the accident is currently available. 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.

Speeding-related Crashes in New Mexico

Certain behaviors behind the wheel are incredibly negligent, and you never know if or when you will be involved in a car accident. However, statistics have shown that speeding is much more likely to cause a serious crash. The road can be a dangerous place, and speeding increases the risk of losing control of your car while also increasing stopping distance. Every year, thousands of people are killed by speeding drivers, and over 25 percent of traffic fatalities in the country are caused by high-speed crashes. In New Mexico, almost 2 percent of fatal collisions are caused by speeding drivers. It is important that you are able to make informed decisions about your future by partnering with a skilled personal injury lawyer. 

It is impossible to completely prevent a serious crash from happening because you cannot control the actions of other drivers. A catastrophic collision can be caused by the acts of a negligent driver in just seconds, and your entire way of life can be at risk. The road can be a dangerous place, and many New Mexicans are hurt and killed daily in serious auto accidents. There is always a chance that you could be injured by a careless motorist when you get on the road. Although nobody ever expects to get into a car accident, it is important to have a plan in place to protect your legal rights, and that often means working closely with a qualified attorney to pursue your claim. 

An experienced Albuquerque automobile accident attorney can assist you in pursuing fair compensation to cover your damages after a crash, including medical expenses and other damages. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is knowledgeable about the law and has a track record of assisting clients in obtaining successful outcomes in past personal injury claims. We will not stop until the at-fault party is brought to justice. Contact us at (505) 243-5566 so that we can begin working on your case with a skilled attorney.