[El Paso, TX]: A tragic three-vehicle collision early Sunday morning in Northeast El Paso, TX claimed one life, according to police. The crash occurred at approximately 7 a.m. on Sunday, January 12, 2025, near Gateway North Boulevard and Sean Haggerty Drive. Involving a car, a pickup, and an SUV, the accident prompted the closure of all lanes on Gateway...
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 ReadingWhether you’re driving down the streets of Albuquerque or on our sprawling rural highways, accidents can happen anywhere in New Mexico. Unfortunately, these accidents often cause life-changing injuries that put physical, emotional, and financial stress on the victims. If you get into a New Mexico car accident, you don’t have to go through it alone. At Tawney, Acosta &...
Continue ReadingWhen 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 ReadingMany injuries are felt immediately after a car accident, such as a burn or a broken bone. However, some injuries do not manifest immediately after the accident. These delayed symptoms after a car accident may have life-threatening consequences and cause severe damage to your body if they are left untreated. If you or a loved one were recently in...
Continue ReadingA car accident can result in injuries that leave you unable to work for weeks, months, or longer. If you are disabled because of your injuries, you may experience a diminished or lost earning capacity. Going without pay for any amount of time can be stressful and cause a significant financial burden If a car accident prevents you from returning to...
Continue ReadingIf you or a loved one has sustained serious injuries in a car accident, you may be concerned about how you will pay for medical care, missed work, and other financial hardships. No one ever anticipates being in a car accident, so there is no way to truly prepare for the aftermath. If the accident was caused by the...
Continue ReadingCar accidents are an unfortunately common occurrence. Common causes include violations of traffic laws, distracted driving, driving under the influence, and poor weather conditions. Rear-end collisions are a type of car accident that occurs when a vehicle and the rear of another vehicle crash. Injuries caused by a rear-end collision include broken bones, lacerations, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal...
Continue ReadingCar accidents can lead to a whirlwind of legal proceedings, with all the unique experiences that those entail. One of the pivotal aspects you might encounter is a deposition. In a deposition, you’ll have to answer questions about your knowledge of specific facts under oath. The questioner is often an opposing attorney, so the experience can be stressful. This...
Continue ReadingA car accident happens when you least expect it. Despite your best efforts to drive safely, accidents happen. It’s traumatizing to be involved in a collision due to someone else’s carelessness and negligence. Suffering injuries in a car wreck can leave you unable to work just when medical bills start piling up. Most people feel overwhelmed, angry, and confused...
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