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Jan 8, 2025 | By James Tawney | Read Time: 2 minutes | Best Lawyers

Who Are the Best Truck Accident Lawyers in Carlsbad? Our Top 6 Picks of 2025

Each year, nearly 1,000 traffic accidents happen in Carlsbad. In 2022, these included numerous truck accidents that led to almost 200 injuries and several deaths. These crashes often leave victims with severe injuries, mounting medical bills, and immeasurable pain and suffering. That’s where the experienced Carlsbad truck accident attorneys listed here can make a difference. These legal professionals are dedicated to helping victims...

Jan 8, 2025 | By James Tawney | Read Time: 4 minutes | Best Lawyers

Who Are the Best Car Accident Lawyers in Albuquerque? Our Top 6 Picks of 2025

Unfortunately, car accidents are not uncommon, which may explain why there are so many car accident lawyers to choose from. And few people have a car accident attorney on speed dial. So, if you have been in a serious crash, you will need to make a quick decision on which Albuquerque car accident lawyer you hire. Many people choose...

Jan 2, 2025 | By James Tawney | Read Time: < 1 minute | Accidents In New Mexico

Fatal Early Morning New Years Day Crash on Joe Battle and Vista Del Sol, El Paso TX

El Paso, TX – In the early hours of Wednesday, January 1, 2025, a crash at Joe Battle and Vista Del Sol in far East El Paso resulted in the death of one individual. According to El Paso Fire dispatch and police, the incident occurred shortly before 4 a.m. and may have involved multiple vehicles, although details remain unconfirmed....

Dec 22, 2024 | By Daisy Chaparro | Read Time: 4 minutes | Car Accidents

New Mexico Car Accident Guide

Whether 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 &...

Dec 22, 2024 | By Alejandro Acosta | Read Time: 4 minutes | Personal Injury

Trench Collapse | Construction Worker Representation

Excavation and digging trenches are integral parts of most construction projects. Buildings must have proper drainage, and pipes and cables must be laid. Digging trenches has numerous hazards, which can put workers’ lives at risk. Workers could be trapped, injured, or killed when a trench collapses. If you are a construction worker who suffered injuries in a trench collapse,...

Dec 22, 2024 | By Alejandro Acosta | Read Time: 4 minutes | Truck Accidents

What Is a Jake Brake?

Have 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 (or Engine Brake) can be terrifying for anyone nearby. Because they are so loud, some places have banned truck drivers from using engine brakes...

Dec 22, 2024 | By James Tawney | Read Time: 3 minutes | Frequently Asked Questions

What Is a Bobtail Truck?

It’s impossible to drive anywhere in the country without seeing a semi-truck on the highway. Some of these trucks have trailers attached, while others do not. A bobtail truck refers to a large semi-truck that is on the road without a trailer attached to it. Many people don’t realize a bobtail truck can be just as dangerous as a...

Dec 22, 2024 | By James Tawney | Read Time: 4 minutes | Car Accidents

Average Settlement for Back Injuries After a Car Accident in New Mexico

Back 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...

Dec 17, 2024 | By James Tawney | Read Time: < 1 minute | Accident Reports

Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Two Vehicles on Loop 375 in East El Paso, TX

El Paso, TX – A tragic accident in East El Paso claimed the life of a 54-year-old woman early Friday morning, December 13, 2024. The incident occurred around 5:30 a.m. on December 13, when the woman attempted to cross Loop 375 near the Pebble Hills Boulevard on-ramp. Authorities reported that she was first struck by a 2007 Chevy Silverado...

Dec 15, 2024 | By James Tawney | Read Time: 2 minutes | Best Lawyers

Who Are the Best Personal Injury Attorneys in Albuquerque? Our Top 6 Picks of 2025

Finding the best personal injury attorney in Albuquerque can feel overwhelming, especially when dealing with an accident’s aftermath. Searching for terms like “top personal injury lawyers in Albuquerque” often returns an endless list of directories and advertisements, making it hard to determine who to trust with your case. Choosing the best personal injury attorney in Albuquerque is crucial. Some...