When you think of the causes of car accidents, you probably think of driving under the influence and failing to follow speed limits. People often forget that vehicle malfunctions can also cause car accidents. A critical question develops when a defective vehicle or vehicle part causes an accident: who’s liable? New Mexico law provides a path for holding responsible...
Continue ReadingTexas, like other states, gives victims of medical malpractice a short window of time to bring a lawsuit. The amount of time is found in each state’s statute of limitations. It is essential that victims know the limitations period and act in time to preserve their claim. Reach out to a skilled Texas medical malpractice attorney for more information on...
Continue ReadingHave you heard a semi-truck make deafening noises when slowing down? If so, that’s likely the Jake Brake, meaning the driver is using the truck’s engine to slow down. The noise from a Jake Brake can be terrifying for anyone nearby. Because they are so loud, some places have banned truck drivers from using Jake Brakes in certain areas....
Continue ReadingUPS truck accidents occur and have increased as E-commerce has grown. Being involved in an accident with a United Parcel Service (UPS) truck may be overwhelming in terms of stress and knowing where to turn. Since the claims process isn’t straightforward, you probably have several questions regarding UPS vehicle accident claims. If you were injured by a UPS truck...
Continue ReadingWe are often asked what are the common injuries after being rear-ended. If you were recently injured from getting rear-ended while stopped, you should speak with an attorney to discuss your injuries. Our firm offers free consultations and will hear your story about your rear-ended collision injuries. While car accidents happen in a variety of ways, most occur when...
Continue ReadingBack and neck pain can be debilitating. If you sustained neck or back injuries from a car accident caused by another driver’s negligent behavior, you may be entitled to compensation. Neck and back pain are often soft tissue injuries, but they can be some of the most painful injuries to cope with and can lead to life-long issues. The...
Continue ReadingThe aftermath of a truck accident can devastate you and your loved ones. Serious injuries, property damage, and emotional distress are all too common following these collisions. Commercial trucks’ sheer size and weight can cause catastrophic injuries in collisions with passenger vehicles. Finding the right lawyer is a vital step in navigating the complexities of a truck accident claim....
Continue ReadingHip injuries are some of the most painful and severe injuries you can sustain in an accident. They impede mobility, and even simple actions like sleeping can become impossible. Hip fractures typically require surgical intervention, followed by a significant recovery period. If someone’s negligence caused your broken hip, you have the right to bring legal action against the responsible...
Continue ReadingAlbuquerque police have released hours of lapel camera footage capturing Chief Harold Medina running a red light and crashing into another car while fleeing gunfire. The videos depict various responses to the incident: officers checking on the crash victim, Todd Perchert, a group collecting video evidence of the alleged shooter, and Chief Medina directing officers to witnesses. Perchert, recounting...
Continue ReadingThe Albuquerque Police Department has released partial body camera footage of a vehicle crash involving Police Chief Harold Medina, which occurred on the same day as a nearby shooting incident on February 17. Chief Medina provided his account of the crash shortly after it happened. The department has initiated an investigation into the incident. Todd Perchert, 55, who was...
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