Personal Injury

Some people die of natural causes later in life, while others die far earlier than their likely life expectancy. Acquired illnesses and serious injuries, as well as criminal activity, can result in premature mortality. Families that expected to have decades longer...

Unlike a simple skid or a rear-end collision, a rollover can happen suddenly, leaving little chance for recovery. Many drivers assume that such crashes only occur during extreme situations like high-speed chases or reckless stunts, yet the reality is more complex....

Drivers are expected to operate their vehicles in a safe manner. While some accidents are preventable, there are some situations in which a driver’s actions contribute to a crash. In some cases, the crashes lead to catastrophic injuries for the victims.  While every...

After a car crash in New Mexico, many people understandably wonder whether they should contact their insurance company right away. If you have recently been in an accident, know that you are generally required to report the crash to your insurance company within a...

Motor vehicle crashes can lead to significant brain injuries, even if you don’t hit your head. Even the sudden jolt of a collision can cause the brain to move within the skull, leading to bruising, bleeding or other forms of damage.  Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)...

If you played a role in a crash, you might be wondering what happens next. Can you still get compensation? Could you be held legally responsible for everything? Here is what you need to know. Texas follows a modified comparative fault system, which means your level of...

For many drivers, sitting at a red light simply means intently watching the light and waiting for it to turn green. They don’t pay much attention to cross traffic unless they’re planning to turn right, in which case they need to wait for a safe gap to make the turn....

Autumn in Santa Fe is gorgeous. Often called the “City of Gold,” Santa Fe attracts many tourists in the autumn. While people are encouraged to visit and take in the splendor of the changing leaves, they must also exercise caution on the roads. The majority of New...

When the summer months come back around, fatal accidents go up. There are many different reasons for this. In some cases, people are more likely to travel or go on road trips, and an increase in miles driven can also lead to an increase in accidents. In other cases,...

In the wake of a car accident, victims often endure a myriad of physical and psychological traumas. One of the lesser-understood consequences is post-traumatic amnesia (PTA), a condition characterized by a temporary state of memory loss following a traumatic event....