Personal Injury v. Catastrophic Injury Claims: What’s the Difference?
Personal injuries can occur during vehicle collisions, slip and fall accidents, and even while walking through your neighborhood. When those injuries are substantial, or catastrophic, the injured person and their family are going to require long-term care that can physically, emotionally, and financially overwhelming. When anyone in our community is hurt by another’s negligence,
Technology Plays An Integral Role in Distracted Driving Accidents
Last year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recorded 2,841 deaths from auto accidents caused by distracted driving. While many people equate distracted driving with texting teenagers, the truth is, distracted driving poses a substantial risk to everyone on the road. Among those killed in distracted driving collisions last year throughout the U.S., 1,730 were drivers, 605 were passengers, […]
Who is Liable in an Accident With a Truck?
Any accident can be bad, but being hit by a truck or a trailer is particularly devastating. Commercial truck accidents in New Mexico can result in serious personal injuries or death. When the crash is the result of the truck driver’s or the trucking company’s negligence, the victim is entitled to compensation. This can include […]
How Long Do Truck Accident Lawsuits Take in New Mexico?
Getting hit by a truck can be a painful and financially difficult situation. If you or someone you know has been involved in a truck accident in New Mexico, you may be entitled to compensation, and you should know how long the legal process takes so that you can plan accordingly.
A Sample Demand Letter for a Slip and Fall Case
A demand letter is the first step for a victim of a slip and fall accident to get fairly compensated for their injuries. The demand letter serves to notify the person that caused the injury (or their insurance company) how much it will take to satisfy the victim’s claim.
Can I Sue for Personal Injury Without a Lawyer?
For some people, the idea of hiring an attorney sounds expensive…and in some cases, unnecessary. After all, we live in a time when DIY and self-help is getting easier for a lot of things. Online legal forms can replace the need to involve a professional in things like establishing and registering a business, writing a […]