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Distracted Driving Awareness Month Takes Place in April Crashes involving distracted drivers often happen without warning. No screech of tires. No evasive maneuver. Just a sudden, violent impact. When someone behind the wheel is looking at a phone instead of the road, they rarely hit the brakes in time, if at all. The result is…

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can change someone’s life in the blink of an eye. Since March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, it’s a great time to recognize the challenges of dealing with a TBI. Whether from a car accident, a fall, or a sports collision, these injuries often leave victims with memory problems, difficulty…

A semi-truck accident on Interstate 40 in New Mexico in early February has reignited concerns about the dangers of commercial truck crashes on this heavily traveled highway. While details about injuries or fatalities have not been confirmed, the incident underscores persistent safety challenges along I-40 — an essential trucking corridor that has seen a troubling…

In 2023, nearly 41,000 people in the U.S. lost their lives in traffic crashes. That’s not just a statistic; it’s a tragic loss for families, friends, and communities. While the number of deaths marks a small improvement from the previous year, it’s clear that the dangerous habits we see on our roads remain a significant…

Hearing loss is not a common injury that comes to mind after a car accident, but its impact can be life-altering. Whether caused by trauma to the head, loud noises, or other accident-related injuries, hearing loss can affect physical health, emotional well-being, and the ability to work or enjoy daily activities. Understanding what qualifies as…

When you trust a medical professional to diagnose your symptoms, you expect timely, accurate care. Unfortunately, delayed diagnoses can turn manageable health issues into life-threatening conditions. If you believe a delay in your diagnosis resulted from negligence, it’s important to take the right steps to protect your legal rights. Here’s what you need to know…

After a spike in pedestrian accident fatalities in New Mexico, a University of New Mexico student is urging Albuquerque officials to take action. Jackie Davis, a UNM student, is calling for a crosswalk on a heavily trafficked street near the campus where many students cross daily. “I think this is a more complicated intersection than…

New Mexico has the highest rate of pedestrian accident fatalities of any state in the country, according to a recent traffic safety study conducted by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA). “New Mexico had the highest rate of pedestrian traffic fatalities compared to all other states in 2023,” according to a KRQE News story about…

As autonomous vehicles become a more common sight on today’s roads, they spark both public excitement and cause for concern. Proponents argue that self-driving cars could reduce the risk of car accidents by eliminating human error. Skeptics worry about the safety and reliability of this new technology. To gain a clearer understanding of public opinion,…

New Mexico roads rank high among states with the most fatal car accidents per capita. In 2020, the state recorded 365 fatal crashes, resulting in 18.8 deaths per 100,000 people. New Mexico’s fatal car accident rate exceeds that of its neighbors. Arizona reported 14.7 deaths per 100,000 people, while Texas had 13.3. This places New…