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
New Mexico Medical Malpractice Laws
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Mar 16, 2024
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
The Most Common Types of Medical Malpractice in New Mexico
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Jul 21, 2024
When an individual sustains an injury or incurs an illness due to the negligent actions of a medical professional, they may be able to file a lawsuit in order to recover compensation. There are various types of medical malpractice that could lead to a plaintiff filing a lawsuit. Here, we want to review some of… read more
Why Pipeline Explosions Are A Risk For Oil Workers
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Mar 16, 2024
Some occupations are certainly more hazardous than others, including those who work on and around pipelines. Oil pipelines are the lifeblood of not just the American economy but the global economy, and these workers perform incredibly valuable functions. However, the explosion risks are real, and we want to discuss what that’s the case. Pipeline Explosions… read more
What Damages Can You Recover From a Pipeline Explosion Injury?
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Mar 16, 2024
Individuals who work around pipelines face significant risks on a daily basis. In the event a pipeline explosion does cause injuries, individuals may be able to recover compensation for their losses. Here, we want to review some of the damages that may be available, and we want to specifically touch on workers’ compensation laws in… read more
How Do You Prove Liability for a Dangerous Drugs Lawsuit?
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Mar 16, 2024
Millions of Americans depend on medications to help them become healthy or remain healthy. Unfortunately, there are times when some medications are defective and cause significant illnesses and even death. When a person is harmed due to a dangerous medication, they may be able to file a lawsuit against the manufacturer or retailer to recover… read more
How Do Dangerous Drugs Lead To Lawsuits?
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Mar 16, 2024
Even though millions of Americans rely on medications each day, there are times when individuals sustain significant harm as a result of a dangerous drug. Sometimes, these medications are prescription, but they can also be harmful over-the-counter medications. Here, we want to discuss how dangerous drugs lead to lawsuits by consumers as they seek to… read more
Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
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May 02, 2024
A birth injury is physical harm a baby or mother incurs during pregnancy, labor, delivery, or the postnatal period. With every 1,000 births in the United States, six to eight babies suffer a birth injury. These injuries account for approximately 2% of neonatal deaths and stillbirths. Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) is a serious birth injury… read more
Neonatal Encephalopathy (Brain Injury in a Newborn)
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May 02, 2024
According to the National Vital Statistics Report, birth injuries occur during pregnancy, labor, or in the brief period after delivery. These traumatic events damage prenatal or neonatal children, impairing their body’s function or structure. Ranging from mild to severe, birth injuries happen in an average of seven out of every 1,000 births, and about 2%… read more
Damages Available in New Mexico Personal Injury Cases
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Mar 16, 2024
When individuals sustain injuries caused by the negligent actions of others, they should be able to recover compensation either through an insurance settlement or through a personal injury lawsuit against the other party. However, it can be confusing to understand the different types of damages available, particularly if you have never been through any type… read more
Delivery Truck Accident Attorney
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Mar 16, 2024
Delivery trucks are such a common sight around most areas that you probably do not even think twice about driving near them. However, what happens if you end up involved in an accident with a delivery vehicle? Major online retailers, such as Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and many others, have exploded in popularity. This has significantly… read more