Category: Personal Injury
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
Damages Available in New Mexico Personal Injury Cases
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
Steps to File a Personal Injury Claim in New Mexico
If you or somebody you care about has sustained an injury caused by the negligence of another entity or individual in New Mexico, you should be able to recover compensation for losses. This includes not only compensation for your medical expenses related to the incident but also your lost wages, out-of-pocket expenses, and pain and… read more
Recalled Auto Accidents
Vehicle accidents occur in a wide variety of ways, most commonly due to the negligent actions of other drivers. However, there are times when vehicle accidents in New Mexico occur as a result of a defective vehicle or vehicle part. Do you know what to do if you are involved in an accident as a… read more
What Are the Dangers of Marketing Defects?
Defective products can lead to serious injuries or illnesses for consumers. Companies, manufacturers, retailers, and distributors all have a responsibility to ensure that products are safe to use and consume. However, it is possible for corporations to cause harm to consumers even if a product is not directly defective because they may have marketing defects… read more
What Can You Do if an Insurance Company Denies Your Claim?
If you or somebody you care about has been injured due to the actions of another individual or entity in New Mexico, you should be able to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, property damage expenses, and more. However, what happens if the insurance carrier for the other party denies your claim? Here,… read more
I know Your Pain
I’m Margaret Branch. I have practiced law for over forty years dealing with car accidents and medical malpractice. I am definitely a car accident attorney. I have personally been in three car accidents in my life. The first car accident involved a drunk driver who was going the wrong way on an exit ramp onto… read more
Invokana FDA Warning
The FDA safety communication issued a warning to the general public and the medical community that the agency is monitoring the side effects of SGLT2 inhibitors to determine whether changes need to be made in the prescribing protocol of the drug. The FDA wants patients to report any unusual side effects after starting the drug… read more
Talcum Powder and Ovarian Cancer
The use of talcum powder in the genital region causes particles of talc to enter the vagina and travel to the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. The particles reach the ovaries and cause significant irritation that leads to cancer. The first study linking talcum powder and ovarian cancer was published in the 1970s when researchers… read more
Mesothelioma May Be Caused By Even Brief Asbestos Exposure
The International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health report previously that even brief exposure to asbestos may lead to the development of mesothelioma. The reported case detailed the situation of a 58-year-old man who developed mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos-containing gaskets during a summer job. He had no additional exposure. Mesothelioma is a rare… read more