Margaret Moses Branch is an attorney and partner at Branch Law Firm in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She represents clients in medical malpractice, personal injury, mass torts, toxic torts, products liability, and general litigation matters. Admitted to practice in New Mexico and Colorado, she is also admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit and the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico. Margaret earned her J.D. and B.S. from the University of New Mexico.
LATEST ARTICLES BY: Margaret Moses Branch
DANGEROUS DRUG – Reglan
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Reglan is a prescription drug pushed by pharmaceutical companies to patients to treat Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Many studies dating back from the 1970s have shown that Reglan is ineffective in resolving GER and GERD. A 2006 study published in Nature Clinical Practice: Gastroenterology & Hepatology concluded that “the evidence base for… read more
Tragic New Mexico Car Accident Kills Cyclist
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Mar 16, 2024
A 19-year old bicyclist riding cross-country to raise money for breast cancer research died after being struck by a car. He was part of a team of cyclists riding to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The car/bike collision occurred near Laguna, New Mexico, about 50 miles west of Albuquerque. Witnesses report that… read more
Traumatic Brain Injuries In Thousands of Troops Go Undiagnosed
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Mar 16, 2024
Recent studies have revealed that the military medical system has failed to diagnose traumatic brain injuries (TBI’s) in hundreds, if not thousands, of troops who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. Many times, these individuals receive little or no treatment for the effects of these debilitating injuries. TBIs from the war are often mild and occur… read more
Grants Awarded To Study Medical Malpractice
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May 02, 2024
Last week the Department of Health and Human Services announced millions of dollars in grants to states to address medical malpractice. These grants will go to state health departments, universities, and medical centers for demonstration projects designed to reduce injuries, decrease the numbers of lawsuits, improve doctor/patient communication, and lower liability insurance premiums. These funds… read more
Medical Malpractice Highest in July
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May 02, 2024
Preventable medical errors are the sixth biggest killer in America and account for an estimated 98,000 deaths in the United States each year. A new study has found that the number of medical mistakes per month is fairly steady – except for in July when the error rate goes up nearly 10 percent. This increase… read more
5 Dangerous Albuquerque Intersections
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Mar 16, 2024
The following is a guest post from the Illinois personal injury attorneys of Dolan Law Offices: With Memorial Day Weekend behind us, it is time to reflect on the busy summer driving season. The summer months are notoriously the worst for drunk driving accidents in New Mexico and across the nation. This year the DWI… read more
Medical Mistake Puts Hundreds of New Mexicans At Risk
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May 02, 2024
According to KOAT.com, Albuquerque News, dozens – if not thousands – of patients could be at risk for contracting a disease. As part of a physician assistants program, students from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine provided free blood glucose tests to attendees of the American Indian Week Pueblo Days. Over 1600 individuals… read more
Albuquerque Motorcycle Crash On Dangerous S Curve Underscores Need For Safety Improvements
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Mar 16, 2024
Albuquerque’s “S Curve” – the section of Universe Boulevard near Volcano Vista High School has long been known as a dangerous stretch. Sunday night’s motorcycle crash, which occurred when a motorcyclist crashed into an SUV at the curve, re-ignited the debate between Albuquerque Public School and city officials over when the improvements will be made…. read more
Who’s Accountable For Faulty New Mexico Medical Devices?
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May 13, 2024
A recent New York Times article posed the following question: Who should be accountable when a company sells a flawed product that can injure or kill patients? Is it the company or the people who run it? We believe it’s both. We have seen hundreds of individuals throughout New Mexico who have had surgery, only… read more
NEW MEXICO DANGEROUS DRUGS – AVANDIA RESEARCHERS TIED TO CONFLICTS OF INTERESTS
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May 02, 2024
According to Bloomberg News, 94% of researchers who found positive results from using Avandia had financial ties to pharmaceutical companies. Avandia is a controversial diabetes drug that has been linked to increased sharp increased risk of heart attack and death. Despite the FDA’s issuance of a formal safety alert concerning the risks associated with Avandia,… read more
