Personal Injury Blog

Personal injury claims allow injured victims to obtain compensation from one or more at-fault parties. An injured party must demonstrate negligence by the defendant to obtain compensation for their losses. In personal injury lawsuits, recklessness and negligence are often used interchangeably, though they are different levels of harmful conduct. Understanding…

Accident victims typically sue for pain and suffering when another’s actions or negligence result in significant emotional or physical distress. If the negligent party passes away in the accident or afterward, victims will sometimes sue an estate for pain and suffering damages. But, can you sue an estate for pain…

When you get hurt in an accident, it’s crucial to understand the time limits for taking legal action. This time limit, known as the statute of limitations, determines how long you have to file a lawsuit.  In New Mexico, specific rules govern these timeframes. Our Albuquerque personal injury attorneys will…

Personal Injury Protection Insurance When you’re involved in an auto accident, the resulting medical expenses and lost wages can quickly become overwhelming, especially if you’re forced to miss work due to your injuries. That’s where Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance comes in – it’s a type of coverage designed to…

While most personal injury cases are resolved through a settlement before a lawsuit is ever filed, some personal injury cases go to trial. If you suspect your personal injury case may be heading to a lawsuit, a personal injury lawyer in Albuquerque can give you a better idea about the…

Most bicyclists know that wearing a helmet is the best way to prevent serious injury in an accident. Bicyclists are among the most vulnerable road users because they are not protected in the event of a collision like motorists. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports more than…

The Albuquerque Police Department recently released harrowing footage of a car crashing into a school bus. The footage shows the shocking moments of an Albuquerque school bus crash in February 2022. The Details of the Crash A school bus carrying 23 middle-school students from the George I. Sanchez Community Collaborative…

If you were involved in an Albuquerque accident, you probably noticed certain injuries right away. Broken bones, burns, and lacerations are typically easy to spot, but other types of injuries may not display symptoms for days or even weeks. It is vital to evaluate injuries by seeking prompt medical attention…

Many people wonder what to do after an accident. They might feel lost and confused about how they can help their case. One of the most important things you can do that you have control over is to keep a pain diary. Below, we talk about pain journals and what…

Even before starting his firm in 2009, Bert Parnall has focused on people and making the lives better for injured people. At the start, he and Alan Malott joined forces to represent injured victims. Ultimately, when Malott was named to a judgeship in 2009, Bert Parnall took over the firm…