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In New Mexico, state law defines wrongful death as a death that is caused by the neglect, default or wrongful act of another person, the nature of which would have given the victim the right to file a personal injury lawsuit had he or she lived. If you believe your family has grounds for…

No settlement or judgment award, regardless of value, can make up for the loss of your loved one’s life. Pursuing a wrongful death claim, however, is about more than money – it gives your loved one a voice in the civil justice system and can hold a wrongdoer accountable. Finding out how much you…

In New Mexico, a family can file a wrongful death lawsuit after the preventable loss of a loved one’s life. The state’s definition of wrongful death is a death that is caused by someone else’s neglect, default or wrongful act. If a victim passes away in an avoidable accident, surviving family members may be…

If you get into a car accident with another driver and discover that he or she caused the crash due to a medical condition, liability can be difficult to determine. Whether or not the other driver is responsible for paying for your injuries and losses depends on if he or she knew or reasonably…

Most car accident lawsuits are not without contestation. Insurance companies warn their policyholders not to admit fault at the scene of a crash. The insurance company’s goal is to refute its policyholder’s fault and avoid financial responsibility for the wreck. It may try to do so with several common defenses used in car accident…

Being injured in a car accident can lead to a confusing and arduous legal process. Although you may think the insurance company in charge of your claim is on your side, this is not true. The insurance company will protect its own profits rather than pay you full financial compensation for your medical bills…

Intersections and crosswalks are common places for motor vehicle accidents. Many collisions that take place at intersections, including serious bicycle and pedestrian crashes, occur due to a driver failing to yield the right-of-way. Understanding New Mexico’s right-of-way laws can help keep you safe while walking or biking in Albuquerque. It can also help you…

The value of your personal injury claim is important to your future. You need assurance that you will recover enough money to pay off your medical debts and replace lost wages after a devastating accident. Understanding the value of your personal injury claim can give you and your family greater peace of mind. It…

One of the major issues you may face after an accident is how you will pay for necessary medical care. You may have thousands of dollars in emergency medical treatment expenses, as well as debts related to surgeries, therapies and physical rehabilitation. A letter of protection in a personal injury case is something your…

One way in which an insurance company may try to avoid paying you during a personal injury lawsuit is by bringing up a pre-existing condition. Note, however, that a pre-existing condition alone will not bar you from financial recovery in an injury suit. If you have a pre-existing injury, it is important to prepare…