Albuquerque, NM – Pedestrian Hurt in Crash at Wyoming Blvd & Copper Ave

Albuquerque, NM (May 22, 2023) – A pedestrian was hurt after being hit by a motor vehicle in Albuquerque on Sunday night, May 21. 

The incident was reported at around 9:12 p.m. at the intersection of Wyoming Boulevard and Copper Avenue. A pedestrian was walking at the intersection when they were hit by an oncoming motor vehicle. The injured party was treated at the scene before being transported to a local hospital. 

No additional information has been provided at this time. 

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

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in New Mexico

In most cases, a pedestrian will sustain more severe injuries in the event of a crash. According to the most recent data available, a total of 40 people were struck and killed on Albuquerque roadways and the unincorporated Bernalillo County in 2022. New Mexico has continually had the highest rate of pedestrian fatalities in the nation, and you may be due compensation if you were hurt in a similar type of accident. 

It is common for victims of pedestrian accidents to sustain permanent injuries, and the healing process might take weeks, months, or even years. The extent of your injuries will determine how long it takes you to recover. As personal injury lawyers, it is our responsibility to obtain the highest settlement for clients who have been hurt in pedestrian accidents.

If your pedestrian crash resulted in severe injuries or the loss of a loved one, you need to contact a lawyer right away. In New Mexico, auto insurance companies have a reputation for offering claimants offers that are significantly lower than the actual cost of their damages. That is why you need a lawyer on your side to make sure your legal rights are protected after being the victim of a serious accident. 

At Will Ferguson & Associates, we give every case we take on our entire attention, and our lawyers go above and beyond to give New Mexicans hurt in pedestrian accidents the best defense possible. Call (505) 243-5566 to get a free consultation with an experienced attorney if you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian accident. Our pedestrian accident lawyers in Albuquerque are dedicated to doing everything in their power to help you get just compensation for your losses. We want to ensure that the individual who caused the accident is held accountable and that you and your family are given fair and complete compensation.