Albuquerque, NM – Serious Injury Collision at Chico Rd & Grove St

Albuquerque, NM (November 22, 2023) – There were confirmed injuries resulting from a traffic accident on Tuesday, November 21, in the Albuquerque area. The incident was first reported that night at around 8:27 p.m. at the intersection of Chico Road NE and Grove Street NE. At least one person involved was hurt, and emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render medical aid. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to nearby hospitals. 

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been disclosed. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No further updates are available at this time. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash. 

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

Every year, many people lose their lives while driving in New Mexico. Recent studies show that over 30 percent of road fatalities in the state are caused by speeding drivers. From 2017 to 2019, 1,060 fatal collisions were reported in New Mexico. According to statistics, 370 of these collisions involved speeding motorists. There are several reasons why speeding increases the risk of an accident. While increasing the force of contact, longer stopping distances shorten a driver’s essential reaction time to avoid an accident.

Any time you travel on or near a roadway in New Mexico, you are vulnerable to being hurt in a sudden car accident. Your entire life can be changed in a matter of seconds, and your new-found injuries can leave you in a very difficult situation. You need to be checked out by a trusted medical professional so you can be sure that you understand your situation and the true extent of your injuries. If you do not seek medical attention, the insurer may use it against you. It will argue that your injuries were not that severe if you did not need to see a doctor. This is just one of many potential hurdles that you may encounter if you choose to pursue a personal injury claim after a car accident. 

You need to make sure that you are able to exercise your legal rights to the fullest extent. This often means partnering with a skilled New Mexico personal injury lawyer with years of experience in the law. You should not leave your recovery to chance or in the hands of a large insurance provider. 

You are not alone if you have been hurt by a reckless driver. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you during this difficult time. We are a respected law firm that has helped people from all over New Mexico achieve full recoveries after a serious collision. Our Albuquerque car crash lawyers are here to answer any and all questions you may have. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case.