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Common Types of Medical Malpractice Cases in New Mexico [2024 Updated]
You put your trust in many different medical professionals over the course of your lifetime. If you suffer harm at the hands of these individuals and their negligence, it can be a devastating blow, both physically and mentally. Unfortunately, these cases occur time and again in the state of New Mexico. There are several common… read more
New Mexico Nursing Home Abuse Statistics [2024 Updated]
It’s often difficult to grasp how frequently nursing home abuse occurs due to the large portion of incidents that go unreported, but even the known New Mexico nursing home abuse statistics may be unpleasantly surprising. If you’re concerned about the treatment of your older relative, speak with a nursing home abuse lawyer who can discuss… read more
New Mexico Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations [2024 Updated]
Medical malpractice cases can be difficult, time-consuming, and stressful, particularly if you are the victim of malpractice who is attempting to seek some semblance of justice. It’s a complex sort of case that can be brought against any medical professional if it can be proved that it occurred. If you are seeking to start a… read more
10 Tips to Choose the Right Nursing Home
Choosing the right home for your loved one is critically important. Unfortunately, horror stories about nursing home care are often based on truth. When we examine information from ProPublica, we can see there are several nursing homes throughout the state with serious deficiencies, including many with infection-related deficiencies. Choosing the right nursing home can be a… read more
Common Car Accident Injuries to Keep an Eye On
After a car accident, a visit to the emergency room is typically essential. Many times, the most noticeable losses and injuries a person has are caught right away and treated. However, some injuries can take longer to become apparent, and when they do, you may need medical support right away. You should know about some… read more
Why Car Accidents Happen in Albuquerque
Vehicle accidents are not uncommon in New Mexico. In fact, during the most recent reporting year on file, there were more than 40,000 incidents reported to the New Mexico Department of Transportation. Out of these incidents, nearly 18,000 individuals were injured, and 483 people lost their lives. Here, we want to review some of the… read more
How to File Police Report After Car Accident in Albuquerque
If you or a loved one are involved in a vehicle accident in the Albuquerque area, you likely need to file a police report. Just about every accident that occurs in New Mexico must be reported to the police. Per state law, an accident must be reported if it results in an injury or death… read more
What is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
When a person loses their life due to the negligent or intentional actions of another individual, business, or entity, the personal representative of the deceased’s estate may be able to file a wrongful death claim to recover compensation on behalf of beneficiaries. Here, we want to examine what a wrongful death lawsuit in New Mexico… read more
Proving Fault in a Wrongful Death Case
Proving Fault in a Wrongful Death Case When a personal representative files a wrongful death claim in New Mexico, perhaps the most important aspect of the process is determining liability. The personal representative’s goal is to recover compensation for the estate and for the deceased’s surviving family members, and determining liability is the only way… read more
New Mexico Medical Malpractice Laws
When individuals sustain an injury or illness caused by the negligent actions of a medical provider, they may be able to recover compensation for their losses. If there was loss of life due to the negligent actions of a medical professional, a wrongful death claim may be warranted. Here, we want to examine some of… read more