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Car Accident Statistics in New Mexico

Key Takeaways Human error causes 94% of car crashes according to NHTSA research, with distracted driving, speeding, and impaired driving as top contributors. Speeding accounts for nearly 29% of all traffic fatalities…

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Six New Mexico Car Accident Laws Every Driver Should Know

Key Takeaways Minimum insurance requirement: New Mexico drivers must carry at least $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident in bodily injury liability coverage, plus $10,000 for property damage. Accident reporting deadline:…

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5 Common Equipment Failures That Cause Truck Accidents

Commercial trucks weigh up to 80,000 pounds and require properly functioning equipment to operate safely. When critical systems fail, the results can be catastrophic.  In New Mexico, trucking companies and drivers must…

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How a Reefer Trailer Can Impact Your New Mexico Truck Accident Claim

Key Takeaways Reefer trailers increase accident severity due to added weight (up to 80,000 pounds total), making collisions more catastrophic and injuries more severe. Refrigerant leaks create hazardous conditions when reefer units…

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Dangerous Albuquerque Intersections & T-Bone Collision Risks

Key Takeaways Albuquerque's high-risk intersections like Paseo del Norte & Coors Boulevard and the Big I (I-25 & I-40) are among the most dangerous for T-bone collisions in New Mexico. T-bone (side-impact)…

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Who is at Fault in a New Mexico Car Accident?

After a car accident in New Mexico, determining who caused the crash is essential for recovering compensation. The at-fault driver's insurance typically pays for medical bills, vehicle repairs, and other losses. Understanding…

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Six Common Causes of New Mexico Truck Crashes and How to Avoid Them

Key Takeaways Driver fatigue causes nearly 13% of truck crashes according to FMCSA data Hours-of-service violations put exhausted drivers behind the wheel despite federal regulations limiting driving time to 11 hours per…

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Who’s Liable in a New Mexico Truck Accident?

Truck accidents in New Mexico often involve multiple liable parties, making these cases more complex than typical car accidents. Unlike passenger vehicle collisions where liability usually falls on one driver, commercial truck…

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5 Expert Witnesses Used in a Car Accident Case

Key Takeaways Accident reconstruction experts analyze crash dynamics, vehicle damage, and scene evidence to determine how the collision occurred and who was at fault. Medical experts provide testimony about your injuries, required…

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How is Pain & Suffering Calculated in New Mexico?

Key Takeaways Pain and suffering are non-economic damages available in New Mexico personal injury cases. New Mexico does not cap pain and suffering damages in most injury claims. Pain and suffering may…

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