Traffic Accident Articles

Victims often report back injuries following a car accident. The back absorbs most of the impact of a crash, so back injuries are common after motor vehicle accidents. Back injuries can range from mild strains and sprains to more severe injuries such as spinal fractures, herniated discs, or spinal cord…

Most of us know that getting behind the wheel after drinking alcohol can have fatal consequences, but far too many New Mexico drivers choose to do so anyway. New Mexico has the highest alcohol-related death rate in the U.S., according to the New Mexico Department of Health. In fact, one…

According to AAA, nearly 50 million Americans travel by car for Thanksgiving. Having all these extra vehicles on the road increases the risk of crashes that can lead to life-altering injuries. Below is some vital information to help you stay safe on the roads this holiday season. Thanksgiving Traffic Accident…

According to the New Mexico Department of Transportation, a car crash occurs somewhere in the state every 14 minutes. That adds up to a lot of collisions every year, many of which result from careless drivers. But what kind of driver behavior most commonly leads to preventable crashes? Parnall Law…

When you’re involved in a serious car accident, it’s important that you’re able to pursue the full amount of compensation you’re due. Your financial and non-economic losses can be substantial, and you shouldn’t have to pay for someone else’s mistake.  If more than one party is liable for your injuries,…

Car insurance systems are different in each state. How your claim is handled will ultimately come down to whether you live in an at-fault or a no-fault state. New Mexico is an at-fault insurance state where the at-fault party is responsible for the damages they cause in an accident, usually…

Any time police are called to the scene of a traffic incident,, the responding officers will usually prepare an accident or crash report. These police crash reports contain valuable information for injured victims who want fair compensation. They might include the investigating officer’s findings, summaries of statements given by the…

A recent Law.com article discussed several important legal principles that can affect personal injury cases. Here, we discuss them and how they may impact your case. Dram Shop Dram shop laws help hold tavern owners liable for injuries that intoxicated adults cause to others while negligently driving motor vehicles. The rationale behind…

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 30 people in die in drunk driving accidents each day. This statistic amounts to one death every 50 minutes. While national deaths related to drunk driving have decreased over the years, these numbers are still extremely concerning. Unfortunately, New Mexico is no…

Car crashes caused approximately 38,800 deaths in the United States in a single recent year, according to the National Safety Council. These crashes also caused more than 4 million serious injuries. The fact is that most car accidents are preventable. Most drivers understand that risky behavior, such as driving while…