Many myths have grown up around personal injury cases and how they’re conducted and resolved. Sadly, these myths have caused accident victims to miss out on opportunities to pursue claims against parties that have injured them. Here are five surprising myths about personal injury cases, along with information to help you evaluate whether you should […]
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Steps to Take After You Have Been in a Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accidents are scary and chaotic. They often occur in a split second without warning, contributing to the anxiety and stress of the traumatic event. After a motorcycle accident, you may have the opportunity to seek financial compensation for your injuries and losses. To do so, it’s important to take certain steps to protect your […]
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What Are “Survival Actions” and Should You Claim Them?
Most people are familiar with the concept of wrongful death lawsuits. In New Mexico, the executor of an individual’s estate has the right to bring a wrongful death lawsuit when the individual has died due to fault or negligence by another person or entity. Wrongful death claims focus on the damages sustained by the loved […]
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4 Ways to Prove Non-Economic Damages in a Personal Injury Case
Overcoming a personal injury can take serious financial and emotional tolls on victims and their loved ones. Personal injury cases generally seek compensation for a client’s economic loss, such as medical bills. But what about non-economic damages? These are damages that don’t come with a price tag, and victims can seek compensation for them as […]
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Birth Injuries: 5 Common Causes
Childbirth is widely regarded as a joyous event heralding a future of love, growth, and exploration surrounding a new existence. In fact, if you ask a mother about the best day of her life, she’ll likely start listing the dates when her children were born. People have many ways of preparing for the birth of […]
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Medical Liability Waivers: When Can You Still Sue After Signing?
There are plenty of medical professionals in your life who might require you to sign a medical liability waiver: nurse practitioners, doctors, surgeons, chiropractors, physical therapists, dentists — the list goes on. It can be off-putting and scary when someone asks you to sign a piece of paper giving up any of your rights, let […]
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How to File a Personal Injury Claim for a Minor
A minor who has experienced an injury may have grounds for a personal injury claim, but injured minors who are under the age of 18 are not allowed by the court to bring a personal injury claim for themselves. An injured minor or child will not be able to file a claim without a parent […]
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Public vs. Private Schools: Who’s Responsible If Your Child Is Hurt?
No parent wants to hear that their child was hurt at school, whether it’s an accident on the playground, an incident of bullying, or even an allergic reaction. If you’re like most parents, you may wonder what your legal recourse is if your child has been injured at their public or private school. While not […]
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Personal Injury: How Long Does It Take to Get Paid?
When you or someone you love has sustained a personal injury in New Mexico, it is important to consult with a skilled legal professional. Victims of accidents and injuries may be able to pursue financial compensation through legal action. Many people are unaware of how long injury and accident claims take. However, even if you […]
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How Do You Prove Loss of Income?
Being injured in an accident can seemingly bring life as you know it to a screeching halt. The pain and limitations that come with being injured can impact things in far-reaching ways. For starters, you may have needed to miss work. Such a loss of income can be greatly missed, especially as you watch expenses […]
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