Albuquerque, NM - Serious Injury Car Accident on Irving Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (April 19, 2024) - On Friday, April 19, there were confirmed injuries following a traffic accident in the Albuquerque area. The accident took place that morning around 3:41 a.m. at the 4665 block of Irving Boulevard NW. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. 

At least one person involved in the crash was hurt. The number and severity of the related damages have not been confirmed. Ambulances were available to transport the crash victims to local hospitals for further support. The area was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. 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.

Distracted Driving Accidents in New Mexico

In New Mexico, drivers are known to engage in risky driving practices such as driver distraction, which poses a significant threat to public safety. According to statistics, the state has the highest national rate of distracted drivers. In 2021, there were 82 fatal distracted driving-related crashes in New Mexico for every million residents. Compared to Louisiana, the state with the second-highest figure, this figure is nearly twice as high. The majority of these accidents involve male drivers from the age of 25 to 44. Almost nine persons lost their lives in distracted driving-related crashes every day in the United States, accounting for over 3,000 fatalities annually. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a collision, you should partner with a trained lawyer to pursue a strong claim for compensation. 

You could sustain potentially fatal injuries in an automobile crash. After a significant collision, you need to be certain that you can get the assistance you need to fully recover. The remainder of your life may be greatly impacted by the actions you take following a serious car accident. There may be substantial injuries and damages, and you do not want to be responsible for paying for medical care, lost wages, and vehicle repairs. During this challenging time, you must make sure that you are doing everything within your power to optimize your recovery. This entails working with an accomplished auto accident attorney who has a track record of assisting injured parties in pursuing successful personal injury claims.

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is ready to help you during this difficult time. We care about our clients, and we want to help crash victims pursue the compensation they are owed after a life-changing auto accident. It is not fair to leave crash victims responsible for their injuries and damages if they are not at fault. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury lawyers is here to help you navigate the complicated legal process. If you are ready to get started on your case, contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566.