An Albuquerque traffic accident report is very useful in car accident cases because they contain vital information that an insurance adjuster will want to see. Crash reports can help establish who is at fault for the collision, and fault matters enormously in car accident cases. However, many people do not know how to find an Albuquerque traffic accident report...
Continue ReadingBeing the victim of an incident, like a car crash, can be traumatic and devastating. Your life may seem like it is in ruins. Bills will start to pile up, and your household income will decrease if you have to take time off work to heal from your injuries. But did you know you may be entitled to compensation?...
Continue ReadingUnfortunately, 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...
Continue ReadingIf you or your family were the victims of a personal injury accident, we understand what you’re going through. This often traumatic and frustrating experience can throw your life into chaos. You are likely facing decreased income since the accident because you had to take time off work to recover from your injuries. Meanwhile, medical, utility, and credit card...
Continue ReadingCivil lawsuits typically involve demonstrating that one party is liable for damages to another. The law calls these civil claims torts. Statutes and case law define tort claims, and these definitions typically include a level of culpability. The two most common levels of culpability are negligence and recklessness. So when is someone’s conduct recklessness vs. negligence? These terms may...
Continue ReadingTawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C. Secures Landmark Victory in a Phoenix Truck Accident Lawsuit Imagine you’re a professional truck driver navigating the open road. Suddenly, another driver recklessly changes lanes, causing a collision. You sustain injuries, including a concussion, that impact your ability to work and live your life. This was the reality for Joseph “Andy” Lucero. But Andy...
Continue ReadingWhat is a reefer trailer? A reefer trailer, in the context of trucking, is a specialized refrigerated trailer designed to transport perishable and temperature-sensitive goods. These trailers are typically attached to semi-trucks for transportation. The term ‘reefer’ originates from the ice cream industry and was first introduced around 1925. Reefer trailers are not limited to cooling; they can also...
Continue ReadingThe oil and gas industry has one of the highest oilfield injury rates in the country and our oil field lawyers want to discuss the most common on-the-job oilfield injuries. The oil and gas industry in Texas and New Mexico has been a gift to the economy. It helps many residents earn money and secure a future for themselves and...
Continue ReadingBeing involved in any car accident can be frightening and stressful. However, accidents involving commercial vehicles, like trucks, buses, and delivery vans, can be even more complex. Due to the dimensions and weight of these vehicles, injuries sustained in a commercial vehicle accident are often more severe. Determining who is liable can also be trickier, as multiple parties may...
Continue ReadingImagine driving down the highway in New Mexico when suddenly a semi-truck swerves into your lane and crashes into you. In the aftermath of the accident, you might wonder who’s to blame and how you’ll get the compensation you deserve. This is where a dash cam can be a game-changer. A dash cam is a small video camera mounted...
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