What To Do After You Think You Caused a Car Crash
While some of us utilize our vehicles to go on leisurely rides, whether on a short day trip or when making a cross-country move, the rest simply rely on our cars to get to places we need to be in an expeditious way. With over 500,000 residents, Albuquerque is New Mexico’s most populous city. Our […]
Who’s Responsible for a Work-Related Car Accident?
As a society, we rely on professional drivers to transport and deliver our groceries and other consumer goods. Without individuals willing to get behind the wheel of 18-wheelers, delivery trucks, buses, and other large delivery or transportation vehicles, Albuquerque would not be the functioning place that it is. But when you’re injured in an […]
What’s Considered Property Damage in a Car Accident?
If a motorist causes a car accident resulting in property damage in Midland, TX, their insurance coverage required by Texas law goes, in part, to cover the other driver’s property damage. But “property damage” is a vague term. Most people associate the idea of property damage in a car accident with fixing a vehicle. But […]
The Cost of Emergency Room Care After a Car Accident
Car accidents can cause a number of injuries ranging from minor to severe. When you’ve been hurt in a crash, your health and well-being should always be your number one priority, so you should have any injuries evaluated by a medical professional as soon as possible. If your injuries seem particularly severe, it is better […]
New Mexico Hit and Run Laws
A hit-and-run is a crash in which a motorist leaves the scene of the accident without informing the police, leaving any note on the automobile they struck, providing their contact information, or offering any form of assistance to an injured individual. More people than you might imagine have been involved in, perpetrated, or witnessed a […]
How Common Are Police Report Errors?
When an accident occurs, an officer of the law is usually called to the scene to document the details of the incident. One of the most common reasons a police report might be made in Houston is in the event of a motor vehicle collision, particularly one involving serious property damage, injuries, or fatality. A […]
What if My Accident Was Caused by a Drunk Driver?
Victims of car accidents caused by another party’s negligence have the right to pursue compensation from the at-fault motorist and their insurance company. But if your collision involved an intoxicated driver, you may be left wondering how to move forward in the aftermath. If you’re asking: What if my accident was caused by a drunk […]
New Mexico Car Inspection Laws
California was the first state in the U.S. to require emissions testing, starting in 1966. New Mexico followed suit in 1983 when our state instated vehicle inspection laws. They did so to prevent car accidents and mitigate the environmental impact of cars. Keep reading to learn about car inspection laws in New Mexico.
Are SUVs More Deadly to Pedestrians?
A recent study released in March 2022 aimed to answer the question: Are sports utility vehicles (SUVs) more deadly to pedestrians? It was determined that SUVs, pickup trucks, and minivans are significantly more likely to strike pedestrians than small cars. This is especially true when the vehicle is making a turn or pedestrians are traveling […]
When Are You Most Likely to Encounter a Drunk Driver?
It is never acceptable to drive while under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol impairs a driver’s ability to notice road hazards, react in a timely manner, and make good decisions. Drunk drivers are far more likely to cause accidents than those that are sober behind the wheel, and they cause approximately one-third of total accident […]