Albuquerque Car Accident Lawyers Protecting Injured Victims Throughout New Mexico

A New Mexico car accident is often as stressful as it is traumatic. In addition to the shock of the accident, victims are often left injured and in a state of confusion about what to do next. Making the right decision during this critical time can help ensure you receive the maximum compensation for medical bills, lost wages due to missed work, and pain and suffering.

New Mexicans involved in car accidents are often reluctant to deal with the insurance company, and with good reason. Insurance policies can be difficult to understand, with claims tied up in red tape and confusing policy language. Choosing an experienced New Mexico car accident attorney with a winning track record is essential to guarding against insurance industry tactics and preserving the value of your case.

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How Do I Know If I Need an Attorney?

At the law firm of Keller & Keller, we are local to Alburqueque, and as Injury Attorneys Since 1936, we have a proven track record of success, handling claims across New Mexico just like yours. Our team of Albuquerque car accident attorneys knows how to deal with insurance companies in order to get results, and with our Zero-Fee Guarantee, clients pay nothing until a recovery is made on their behalf.

New Mexico Car Accident Statistics

The New Mexico Traffic Crash Annual Report contains multi-year data on crash characteristics, driver behavior, and demographics of people in crashes. New Mexico's Department of Transportation reports the top three counties for total crashes are Bernalillo with 14,038 accidents, Doña Ana with 3,642 accidents, and Sante Fe with 2,428 accidents. Interestingly, 38.4% of the Bernalillo car accidents involved alcohol.

In 2020, there were 36,555 traffic crashes reported on public roadways in New Mexico that included:

  • Fatality crashes: The fatality rate in New Mexico was higher than the national average, with a rate of 2.11 fatalities per 100 million vehicle miles traveled (VMT) compared to a national rate of 1.15 fatalities per 100 million VMT.
  • Speeding crashes: Speeding contributed to 35% of accidents
  • Drunk Driving crashes: Alcohol-impaired driving accounted for 41% of all traffic fatalities in New Mexico, which is higher than the national average of 29%.
  • Distracted Driving crashes: Distracted driving was involved in 36% of accidents. According to recent reports, New Mexico is the worst state for distracted driving in the country.
  • Pedestrian fatalities: New Mexico had the highest rate of pedestrian fatalities in the country in 2019, with a rate of 2.78 pedestrian fatalities per 100,000 population.
  • Driving your car above the legal speed limit has several consequences, such as severe injury, since speeding minimizes the effectiveness of protective equipment inside and outside your car.

How Our New Mexico Car Accident Attorneys Fight for the Compensation You Deserve

In order to be compensated by the at-fault party, we will prove liability and demonstrate the seriousness of your injuries by:

  • Proving the other driver’s liability by gathering evidence from the scene and interviewing witnesses.
  • Gathering medical evidence of the seriousness of your injuries and the projected cost of treatment.
  • Negotiating with your insurers (such as health, disability, or workers’ compensation) to potentially reduce the amount you owe them.
  • Negotiating a reasonable settlement with the insurance adjuster or defense attorney or going to court for a fair judgment.

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