Albuquerque, NM - Crash at I-40 & Rio Grande Blvd Ends in Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (February 19, 2021) - First responders were dispatched to the scene of an injury accident on Friday morning, February 19. 

The collision took place at around 9:11 a.m. that morning. The cause of the crash has not been revealed at this time. The crash occurred on the Interstate 40 EB on-ramp at Rio Grande Boulevard NW. 

The injured parties were rendered aid by responding paramedics at the scene. The severity of the resulting injuries has not been revealed at this time. No further updates on the accident are currently available. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Reckless Driving Crashes in Albuquerque

Reckless driving is a serious safety concern on New Mexico roadways. There are more than 13,000 deadly collisions reported in the United States each year attributable to reckless drivers, accounting for roughly one-third of traffic fatalities nationwide. The leading cause of serious crashes in New Mexico is distracted driving, which has been on the rise in recent years. The state ranks fifth in the nation for careless driving collisions. 

In the state of New Mexico, plaintiffs injured in a vehicle collision have a right to be fully compensated for injuries resulting from the actions of a negligent party. When calculating the extent of a victim’s damages, many different factors are taken into consideration, including the suffering endured by the victim and the extent of their financial damages resulting from a New Mexico car accident. Considering all these factors can be overwhelming for those trying their best to recover after a car accident. 

At Will Ferguson & Associates, we believe in ensuring that the legal system remains fair, effective, and efficient. Our team of New Mexico personal injury attorneys has an ethical obligation to vigorously and competently defend your rights within the law. We will fight for your legal rights and make sure that you recover the full compensation you deserve. No crash victim should be left holding the bill for an accident caused by another’s negligence. Contact our offices today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case if you have been injured in a New Mexico car crash.

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