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Pedestrian Deaths Spike in U.S. From Reckless Driving
An Albuquerque pedestrian accident attorney explains the problem According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 6,205 pedestrians died and an estimated 76,000 were injured in 2019. Fatalities from pedestrian accidents have increased to record levels in the last two years, even with fewer drivers on the road due. Now two years into the…
Read More »Bicycling Advocates Call For Safety Considerations in Santa Fe
A personal injury lawyer discusses the dangers cyclists, pedestrians face Bicyclists and pedestrians are vulnerable out on the road. One negligent driver can cause an accident that leaves them seriously injured. Bicyclist and pedestrian fatalities have been a problem in New Mexico. Many safety advocates are calling for better road designs to help keep people…
Read More »Pedestrian Dies in Albuquerque Hit-and-Run Crash
When people are using the crosswalk or simply walking on the side of the road, they don’t expect to get hurt. But pedestrian accidents caused by negligent drivers happen every year throughout New Mexico. Because pedestrians have no protection in a crash, they are often left with severe injuries. Many times, those injuries are fatal.…
Read More »Nearly 40% of the Fatal Crashes in New Mexico Are Caused by Speeding
A car accident lawyer serving Albuquerque and Santa Fe explains New Mexico’s need for speed is a deadly problem. The state was recently named among those reporting the most speed-related fatal car accidents per year. During the 9 years studied, there were nearly 2,000 deaths where speeding was an issue. In fact, speed plays a…
Read More »I-25 in New Mexico Ranked the Worst Road for Driving in Clear Conditions
A car accident lawyer in New Mexico explains why Rain, fog, snow, and other types of weather events can create conditions that are dangerous for motorists who drive on certain roadways. That’s one reason why the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) database keeps track of car accidents that happen on…
Read More »Crashes Involving Drunk Drivers Are on the Rise in New Mexico
An Albuquerque car accident lawyer reveals what you should know A recent sobriety checkpoint in Albuquerque caught 10 allegedly drunk drivers in one night. The driving while intoxicated (DWI) suspects were discovered among 375 vehicles that were stopped by Albuquerque Police at Eubank and Constitution. Police set up the checkpoint on a late August weekend…
Read More »Young drivers who use cellphones engage in other risky behaviors
New Mexico car accident lawyer explains dangers and how to stay safe A recent study found that young drivers who operate a cellphone while driving (whether it’s talking on the phone or texting while driving) engage in other risky behaviors behind the wheel and are more likely to be involved in a car accident. Researchers…
Read More »Amid increasing traffic accident deaths, Albuquerque launches safe-roads initiative
After two years of development, the City of Albuquerque has released its plan to eliminate roadway deaths by 2040. The plan is called “Vision Zero ABQ 2040.” The goal is to make the city’s streets safe for everyone regardless of their age or ability, whether they’re walking, bicycling, or driving. By 2040, Albuquerque wants to…
Read More »Drivers who mix marijuana, alcohol are among the most dangerous on the road
New Mexico has a serious and deadly problem with intoxicated drivers. Our state has one of the highest fatality rates in the nation when it comes to car accidents that involve an intoxicated driver. Now that recreational marijuana has been legalized for adults, there is concern that cannabis is going to make the problem worse.…
Read More »Determining fault in an intersection crash
Intersections in New Mexico are often prone to serious crashes. Motorists, truck drivers and others on the road all use intersections when traveling in different directions. While most intersections are regulated by stop signs and traffic lights, some drivers get confused about who has the right of way. Others get impatient or fail to pay…
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