As Memorial Day weekend approaches, many New Mexico residents are looking forward to celebrating the unofficial start of summer with barbecues, outdoor activities, and gatherings with friends and family. However, even while you’re planning to celebrate, it’s important to remember that Memorial Day weekend is also one of the deadliest holidays for drunk driving accidents […]
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Hidden Complications of Broken Bones That Can Cause Lasting Problems
Broken bones and fractures may result from a variety of events. Whether caused by car accidents, falls, sports injuries, or other traumatic events, fractures can be painful, debilitating, and disruptive to daily life. While many people assume that broken bones will heal completely with proper treatment, some hidden complications can cause lasting problems long after […]
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Top Ways Patients Can Protect Themselves in the Emergency Room
Although emergency room doctors and nurses work hard to provide quality healthcare, the chaotic conditions in a busy ER may result in a patient falling through the cracks and receiving substandard care. Knowing what to do when seeking emergency care can help you protect yourself during a stressful time. Know Your Rights Most medical facilities […]
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Secrets to Winning Your Personal Injury Claim
If you’ve been hurt in an accident someone else caused, you may have the right to recover compensation from them in a personal injury claim. Here are some specific strategies that can increase your likelihood of winning your case. Know Your Rights A successful personal injury claim begins with understanding your legal rights to financial […]
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Proving Responsibility in a Bicycle Accident
As a cyclist, you likely follow the rules of the road and pay close attention to the vehicles around you. But bicycle accidents can still happen in New Mexico, even when you take all the right steps to protect yourself. The very nature of a bicycle accident makes it much more likely that you will […]
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Who’s Responsible in a Parking Lot Pedestrian Accident?
It may not appear so, but a parking lot can be a dangerous place for pedestrians. Although most cars are not operating at very high speeds, there are plenty of visibility issues and distractions that can lead to accidents. If you’ve been involved in a parking lot pedestrian accident and suffered property damage or injuries, […]
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Top Medical Mistakes That Cause Birth Injuries in Newborns
Welcoming a baby into the world should be a joyous occasion. For some parents, however, there can be complications that turn this beautiful event into a traumatic one. If a medical professional was negligent or caused harm to your baby during the birth, it’s possible to get compensation to cover medical bills and reimburse you […]
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Surgical Errors and Your Rights as a Patient
Despite all of the technological advances and oversight in an operating room, errors still occur. If you’ve undergone a surgical procedure and the surgeon or any other medical professional made an error, you have rights. Learn more about what kinds of surgical errors are common and what you can do to get the help you […]
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Emotional Distress Damages in a Personal Injury Case
Suffering an injury because of someone else’s fault can leave you with not just physical harm but emotional trauma as well. In particular, emotional distress can severely impact your work, your relationships, and your quality of life. Have you suffered property damage, injury, or emotional harm in an accident that wasn’t your fault? If so, […]
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How Does Medical Treatment Affect Your Personal Injury Case?
Many people hesitate to receive medical care after being involved in an accident that was someone else’s fault. This can be dangerous to their health since it could result in worsening injuries, and it can also hinder the process of getting compensation for those injuries. Physicians can have a powerful impact on a personal injury […]
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