Albuquerque, NM – Serious Injuries in Car Wreck at 98th Street & I-40
Albuquerque, NM (May 13, 2024) – On Monday, May 13, at least one person sustained injuries after an auto accident in the Albuquerque area. Early that morning around 1:08 a.m., the crash was first reported on 98th Street NW near Interstate 40 . Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties.
Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals. The severity and number of the related damages have not yet been determined. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in New Mexico
It is not unusual to see drivers in New Mexico using their phones while behind the wheel. There is a concerning trend of drivers who openly admit to using a cell phone while driving. New Mexico has one of the highest rates of distracted driving-related collisions in the country. The most recent data indicates that distracted driving causes around 40.75 percent of all collisions in New Mexico—nearly five times greater than the national average. Recent studies have found that driving while distracted is just as dangerous as driving after intoxication, both of which are common in the state. After a catastrophic car accident, you should be prepared to defend your legal rights by working with an experienced attorney.
You should not take any chances with your recovery if you are hurt by a careless motorist. Crash victims frequently deal with severe injuries and financial damages that they are not ready to handle on their own. You should speak with a knowledgeable attorney right away to make sure your case is handled correctly from the start. To better protect your legal rights, you must be ready to make informed decisions about your recovery. It will be more difficult to receive the full value of your claim the longer you wait to take legal action. The insurance provider will try to persuade you to accept a lowball settlement offer by claiming that it will fully compensate you for your losses. However, our lawyers know that this i often not the case.
Your very way of life can be on the line after a serious auto accident, and it is important that you are able to pursue the strongest case possible. Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you through this difficult time as you pursue a personal injury claim following a serious car wreck. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury attorneys is here to make sure you receive the best result possible for your case if a negligent motorist causes you to sustain injuries in an automobile accident. If you are prepared to begin working on your case, please contact us today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a caring attorney.
