Albuquerque, NM - Victims Hurt After Car Wreck at Central Ave & Stanford Dr

Albuquerque, NM (June 21, 2023) - On Tuesday, June 20, a car crash with injuries was reported in the Albuquerque area. 

At around 6:55 p.m., the emergency responders were dispatched to the scene at the corner of Central Avenue and Stanford Drive. At least one person involved was hurt, but the severity and number of resulting injuries have not been determined at this time. The area was closed for several hours while emergency responders were present. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is underway. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

New Mexico Distracted Driving Crashes

According to the most recent crash data, driving while distracted can actually be riskier than driving while intoxicated. A recent study found that texting while driving contributed to more than 14% of fatal driver distraction accidents, which cause about 400,000 injuries each year in the United States. A recent study found that nearly 80% of New Mexico drivers said they engaged in distracted driving at least once in the previous 12 months. Contact a lawyer to discuss your legal options if a distracted driver left you with serious injuries. 

If you were hurt in an auto accident, you might be able to make a personal injury claim for damages. Speak with a vehicle accident lawyer as soon as you can to maximize your claim. Your lawyer will fight for your rights and present a convincing case for monetary compensation. If you are confused as to whether you have a case to file a lawsuit, your attorney can assess your situation and help you figure out what legal choices are open to you.

Accident victims often lack the legal knowledge necessary to defend their legal rights. You have to demonstrate that your accident caused your injuries, adhere to any deadlines that may have an impact on your case, and maintain a record of all the paperwork and information that may be required to support your claim. These are just a few of the numerous factors that could influence your ability to recover full compensation, and your attorney can help you manage your case while you concentrate on making a full recovery.

Will Ferguson & Associates is ready to defend your legal rights if you were hurt in a car accident. You will want to ensure that you obtain the maximum amount of compensation to which you are entitled and that the person or organization at fault for the accident is held accountable. If the negligence of another driver led to significant injury, we will be there to make sure they are held responsible for their role in the crash. Our lawyers always aim to guarantee that our clients receive adequate and fair compensation for their losses. Call an Albuquerque personal injury lawyer at (505) 243-5566 if you have any questions regarding filing a claim for compensation after being hurt in a car accident.