Gallup, NM - Deadly Vehicle Collision Closes All Lanes on NM-602

Gallup, NM (April 11, 2023) - On Tuesday, April 11, there were fatal injuries reported in a car crash outside of Gallup. 

The deadly accident was reported on NM-602 near mile marker 7. All lanes were closed while emergency responders were present. At least one person involved sustained fatal injuries in the impact. 

At this time, the number of involved parties has not been disclosed. No additional information has been provided. 

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

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Deadly Car Accidents in New Mexico

In New Mexico, car accidents are a major problem. More than 4.5 million medical visits and more than $460 billion in annual costs for the country were attributed to vehicle accident injuries in 2019. Many people sustain injuries in traffic accidents every year around the state, and data indicate that the situation is only becoming worse with time. If you want to be sure you can get full and fair compensation for your losses, you should speak with a lawyer to see if you have a case for a personal injury claim.

When someone dies as a result of the carelessness, recklessness, negligence, or intentional behavior of another person or entity, it is referred to as a "wrongful death." A lot of wrongful death situations call for quick action. Without locating defendants and safeguarding evidence, full financial recovery may not be possible. You need a wrongful death attorney to make sure your case is treated with the respect and care it deserved and to ensure you obtain maximum compensation. 

Both personal injury and wrongful death cases focus on negligence, and they have many things in common. There are a few notable exceptions, though. Personal injury claims solely concern an injury to the party, which is the most obvious distinction between them and wrongful death claims. The living family members of the victim may be eligible for compensation for specific losses.

If a loved one passes away unexpectedly in a car accident, you are probably in immense pain and sorrow. The wrongful death attorneys at Will Ferguson & Associates are committed to pursuing financial recompense because we want to be there for you during this difficult time. Our legal team is here to support you and fight for the just compensation you and your family deserve after the tragic loss of a loved one. You need to be certain that the individual responsible for the loss will be brought to justice and that you will receive the justice you require to move on and recover. It is possible that families who have just lost a loved one may not immediately consider making a claim for compensation, but doing so could be very beneficial to you and your surviving loved ones. If you require assistance following a terrible death, contact our office at (505) 243-5566 to arrange a consultation with one of our Gallup wrongful death attorneys.