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A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that can be caused by a bump or blow to the head. While many concussions are considered mild brain injuries, they can pose serious and even permanent risks to a victim. These risks increase if the concussion goes undiagnosed and untreated. Recognizing the symptoms of…

When a motorcycle crashes, the motorcyclist can sustain a variety of significant injuries. Motorcyclists are exposed to serious injuries with no seat belt, airbag or metal frame to protect them. This can result in damage to vital parts of the body, including the spinal cord. The spine carries messages from the brain to the…

A product that contains a defect—a design, manufacturing or marketing flaw—can be unnecessarily dangerous for consumers. A defective product can cause life-altering injuries, such as burns and broken bones. If you discover a defective product, whether or not it causes you injury, you should report it to the proper authorities to protect yourself and…

If you get bitten by a dog in New Mexico, you have a responsibility to report the incident. Reporting dog attacks can make your community safer. Your local animal control authority will keep track of dog bite incidents to determine if and when a dog should be deemed “dangerous,” meaning the owner will be…

Head cooling therapy is a treatment that is often prescribed for hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE), which is a type of birth injury. HIE is a neonatal brain injury that occurs if the infant’s brain does not receive enough oxygen during labor or delivery. Head cooling can slow down the brain’s metabolism and help prevent further…

A spinal cord injury is often referred to as catastrophic – meaning it inflicts a severe level of harm on the victim or results in life-changing debilitation. The spine is responsible for transferring messages to and from the body and brain. When any part of the spine gets injured, it can disrupt this messaging…

The average person comes into contact with thousands of consumer products every day. If a product contains a design, manufacturing or marketing defect, it could cause serious injuries or even death. If you get injured by a defective product in New Mexico, learn what steps to take to protect yourself physically, legally and financially….

If you or a loved one sustains a brain injury in an accident in Albuquerque, you could suffer a variety of debilitating symptoms. Brain injuries can be catastrophic if they cause a severe level of damage. Even mild to moderate brain injuries can significantly impact a victim’s life. Learn the different classifications of traumatic…

A product liability claim is a type of civil case that can be brought against a product manufacturer or distributor for a defective or dangerous product that results in consumer injuries. To have grounds to file a product liability claim in Albuquerque, you or your attorney must show evidence of a few key elements….

If you get injured in a car accident, your medical costs could be extensive. You may be facing weeks or months of treatments, including physical therapy and rehabilitation. Find out who is responsible for paying for medical bills after a car accident under New Mexico’s insurance laws, plus how an attorney can help you…