Chaves County, NM (Aug 16, 2023) — New Mexico State Police are investigating a crash south of Roswell, NM involving a passenger vehicle and a Roswell Independent School District School Bus. The accident happened Tuesday morning on US 285 and Darby Road at around 7:30 AM.
According to police, a 2015 Ford SUV was traveling north on the interstate. The school bus was traveling east on Darby Road and came to a stop at the intersection. The school bus subsequently made a maneuver onto US 285 and intersected with the trajectory of the pickup truck.
The school bus was transporting around 34 children, while the pickup truck had a 56-year-old female driver and a 4-year-old child on board. One child from the school bus was taken to a nearby hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening.
The female driver and the 4-year-old child in the pickup truck were also transported to a local hospital with injuries deemed non-life-threatening. The school bus driver received a citation as a result of the incident.
The crash is under investigation.
Source: New Mexico State Police
Our Attorneys Offer Their Condolences to the Victim’s Family
At Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., our hearts go out to the family of the victim in this awful car accident near Tucumcari. While there are still a lot of unknowns, we hope that the NMSP is able to complete a thorough investigation and figure out the cause. If for any reason it is found that negligence on behalf of an employer or manufacturer led to the accident, the responsible party should be held accountable.
The Unique Difficulties with Trucking Accident Claims
In accidents like this that involve commercial trucks, determining the cause of the crash, let alone who is at fault, can be difficult. This is because there are many state and federal regulations that truck companies must follow. However, some companies try to cut corners when it comes to safety, all in an effort to save time and money. Unfortunately, this can lead to preventable accidents due to various factors, including:
- Lack of sufficient driver training,
- Inconsistent truck maintenance,
- Violations of state and federal safety rules,
- Improperly loaded trailers, or
- Manufacturer errors.
At Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., our attorneys understand that any one of these factors can cause an accident. In many cases, the trucking companies or manufacturers have this evidence, whether intentionally hidden or conveniently ignored.
If You Lose a Loved One in a Fatal Car Crash on I-40, Our Attorneys Are Here for You
Whether you are a family member of the person killed in this accident or lost a loved one in a similar crash, know that you have legal options. Our attorneys at Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C. understand how painful it can be to lose someone close to you in an accident. That’s why we do everything we can to fight for victims’ families. With extensive experience in handling trucking accident cases, we are always dedicated to advocating for our clients’ recovery. To schedule a free case review, give us a call at 855-943-0230.
Daisy Chaparro
Daisy Chaparro was born and raised in El Paso, Texas. A graduate from El Dorado High School in 2008 and obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Philosophy from St. Mary’s University in 2012. Daisy then obtained her Juris Doctorate (magna cum laude) from Texas Tech University School of Law in 2015.
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