Albuquerque, NM (March 1, 2021) - There were confirmed injuries at the scene of a collision in the area of Albuquerque on Sunday afternoon.
Initial reports found that the accident occurred at around 1:03 p.m. on February 28. First responders were spotted at the scene near the corner of 98th Street SW and Gibson Boulevard SW. Two vehicles collided soon after entering the area.
The number of injured parties involved has not been revealed at this time. When authorities arrived, the site was closed in order to clear any debris and assist injured parties. No further updates are available.
The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating the crash at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Crashes in Albuquerque
Millions of car accidents are reported in the United States each year, resulting in tens of thousands of fatalities and millions of injuries. New Mexico drivers travel tens of millions of miles each year, and vehicle collisions are the leading contributors to death and serious injury in the state. Hundreds of people lose their lives annually in accidents in the state, and New Mexico has one of the highest vehicle fatalities in the nation according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
New Mexico car crash victims are looking for answers after being injured in an Albuquerque auto accident. The last thing injured parties want to do is deal with a big insurance company, and pursuing a personal injury claim may be the last thing on their mind as they deal with medical expenses, lost income, and other damages associated with the crash. New Mexico crash victims really just want to recover and get back on with their lives after suffering from serious injuries.
At Will Ferguson & Associates, we know that personal injury claims can be challenging, and we want to help you pursue a claim for your deserved compensation. An experienced Albuquerque personal injury lawyer can investigate your accident, build your case, and fight for your right to maximum compensation. If you have been unfairly injured in a New Mexico car crash, give us a call today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a skilled personal injury attorney.
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Certain actions can greatly increase the risk of being injured in a serious collision. Speeding has been a prevalent factor in deadly car crashes across the United States and has been cited in nearly one-third of fatal traffic accidents over the past twenty years. Our busy schedules may pressure us to exceed the speed limit every now and then, but New Mexico drivers are notorious for speeding. The state ranks twelfth in the nation for high-speed crashes.
A reckless driver is one who puts themselves and others in danger by their negligence on the road. Unfortunately, even safe drivers are never completely safe, and reckless drivers are responsible for nearly half of traffic fatalities reported each year. New Mexico motorists often engage in negligent behavior on the road, and the state ranks fifth in the nation for careless driving accidents according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 
A serious car crash can take place in a matter of seconds, leaving victims suffering from life-threatening injuries or worse. An accident is reported every 12 minutes in New Mexico, and someone is injured in a collision in the state every 26 minutes on average. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found that New Mexico has one of the highest vehicle fatality rates in the nation, and drivers in the state have a bad reputation for engaging in reckless actions behind the wheel. 
A busy intersection is common in large cities like Albuquerque, and most drivers in New Mexico likely do not think twice about traveling at a crossing. However, statistics indicate that the risk of a crash is increased while at an intersection. Intersections are the location of nearly 40% of reported car crashes and one-quarter of fatal accidents in the United States each year. The majority of intersection collisions involve left-hand turns. 
When a pedestrian is hit by a car, it is already traumatic enough. When the at-fault driver flees the scene, it means that the wounded victim is unable to obtain the medical help he or she needs to make a full recovery. Sadly, hit-and-run fatalities are rising rapidly across the United States. In 2015, a hit-and-run took place every 43 seconds on average, resulting in over 737,100 accidents nationwide. 
Deadly pedestrian accidents are on the rise across the United States, despite an overall decrease in roadway fatalities. In 2017, there were 5,977 pedestrians killed in motor vehicle collisions, with an estimated fatality occurring every 88 minutes. That year, New Mexico had the highest pedestrian fatality rate in the nation according to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association. 
