A car crash in New Mexico can be a frightening experience, especially if your child is a passenger in the car. While you can take steps to protect yourself before and after the accident, your child’s health and well-being before and after a crash will depend on you. Thankfully, the steps you should take to […]
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Wrongful Death Claims: What if the Victim Was Partially at Fault?
Personal injury cases can quickly become complicated, and the same holds true for wrongful death claims. One circumstance that can quickly cause confusion and lead to missed opportunities for compensation is when the injured party contributes to the accident. Courts throughout the country handle the issue of contributory negligence in one manner or another. The […]
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First-Party vs. Third-Party Personal Injury Claims: What’s the Difference?
When you’re considering the difference between a first-party injury claim and a third-party injury claim, a central question is being addressed — “Who is responsible for your injuries?” You might know that a person is responsible for paying you damages if they act carelessly and thereby cause injury to you. But that party may not […]
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What Are the Most Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?
Visitors and residents of the greater Santa Fe area enjoy year-round warm weather and dozens of tourist attractions. As a result, the city and suburbs have higher pedestrian traffic than many other parts of the state, from the city’s many shopping centers and walkable recreation areas. Unfortunately, this also means that there are plenty of […]
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5 Types of Surgical Errors that Can Result in a Medical Malpractice Case
We trust our doctors and surgeons with our lives, expecting the operation to be completed correctly. However, the unthinkable can happen. Thousands of people are injured by surgical errors each year, and many may not realize that they are eligible to file a malpractice suit to seek compensatory damages. If you or a loved one […]
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Why It’s Important to Seek Immediate Medical Care Following an Auto Accident
In the aftermath of a serious car accident, you’re probably in great pain and unsure of what your next step should be. You may worry about the cost of an ambulance or whether it’s even worth calling for emergency medical help. Even if you decide not to call 911 (though it’s a very good idea […]
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How Common Are Trucking Accidents in New Mexico?
New Mexico truck accidents occur with enough frequency to impact thousands of lives each year. They cause significant injuries and death and result in millions of dollars in personal losses for victims and their families. But just how often do they occur? According to the numbers, the answer depends on when they occur. New Mexico […]
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Steps to Take if You Suspect the Hospital Has Caused a Birth Injury
The birth of a child is one of the most important moments for families and society as a whole. Unfortunately, some healthcare providers make mistakes during labor and delivery, and these mistakes can lead to birth injuries. If you suspect your child has been injured during delivery, don’t expect the hospital or healthcare professionals to […]
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What Qualifies as a Catastrophic Injury?
Personal injury attorneys help clients with getting compensation for all manner of injuries. One of those types of injuries, catastrophic, routinely leads to the most extreme losses and the highest compensation figures. But what exactly is a catastrophic injury? What is a catastrophic injury? Humans are injured regularly and often heal relatively quickly with the […]
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Who Can Be Held Liable for Medical Malpractice?
Modern healthcare treatment often involves numerous professionals collaborating in treating one patient. Each one must follow accepted standards of care while doing their job. Failure to do so puts patients at risk of injury or death and exposes the healthcare professional to medical malpractice liability. Defining Medical Malpractice Medical malpractice is medical error. But it […]
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