Accidents involving semi-trucks can be some of the most devastating for victims and their families. Given the size and force of a commercial truck, the injuries are often permanent and can result in death. At Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C. our experienced personal injury attorneys have handled a number of truck accident cases for our clients in Las Cruces....
Continue ReadingThe aftermath of a car accident is a stressful and confusing time. One of the most commonly asked questions after an accident is should I file a car accident lawsuit? If the car accident was minor, with no injuries and little to no property damage, you may be able to settle the case on your own with the insurance...
Continue ReadingFiling a personal injury claim is typically the best–and often the only–way to recover compensation after you have been wrongly harmed by another’s negligence. And while many personal injury cases are straightforward, this doesn’t mean that getting a fair settlement is easy. In fact, even if your case appears to be cut and dry, there are a number of...
Continue ReadingIf you have suffered an injury due to another’s negligence, you may have heard about the benefits of a free meeting with a personal injury lawyer near you. During a free consultation, you can discuss your case with the attorney, receive legal advice regarding what steps to take next, and get an honest opinion regarding whether or not you...
Continue ReadingWrongful death lawsuits exist to compensate surviving family members when someone else causes a loved one’s death. Had your loved one lived, they could have brought a personal injury lawsuit themselves and held the defendant accountable for injuring them through negligent or reckless conduct. Simply because the victim has died, the defendant is not let off the hook. Instead,...
Continue ReadingIn New Mexico, personal injury victims must file their lawsuit seeking compensation for their injuries within three years of the date the personal injury accident occurs. In Texas, the relevant statute of limitations is two years from the date of the personal injury accident.
Continue ReadingCar accidents are at an all-time high in Texas, and those numbers are only increasing. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, 1 reportable crash occurred every 57 seconds; and from 2015 to 2016, car accident fatalities increased by 5.45%. If you or a loved one was involved in a car accident, you will likely need to obtain a copy...
Continue ReadingNot having health insurance is taking a gamble, and if involved in an accident, such as a car crash, you may be wondering whether you should see a doctor. In some cases, you may have no choice; your injuries may be so severe that not seeking medical care simply isn’t an option. If injuries are minor, however, and you...
Continue Reading*This is a guest post from another attorney. The author’s views are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views of our firm. This does not constitute an endorsement of any attorney or firm. When you think about daylight savings time, personal injury law is probably one of the last things that come to your mind. Yet, every...
Continue ReadingWhen the weather is nice, one of the most enjoyable ways to get around town–or perhaps even get from city to city–is via motorcycle. Providing freedom and flexibility, motorcycles are one of the most popular methods of transportation, and for good reason: they’re fun, convenient, and almost always less expensive than a car. But the major downside to motorcycles...
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