Author: Margaret Moses Branch




Albuquerque Motorcycle Crash On Dangerous S Curve Underscores Need For Safety Improvements

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



NEW MEXICO DANGEROUS DRUGS – AVANDIA RESEARCHERS TIED TO CONFLICTS OF INTERESTS

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




New Mexico Personal Injury – How Insurance Companies Strategize To Minimize Payouts On Your Claims

When accidents happen, many victims look to their insurance companies for the compensation they deserve. Unfortunately, many times those same insurance companies employ strategies to deny paying individuals the compensation rightfully due. In fact, insurers are paying out lower claims, charging higher premiums, and reaping greater profits than at almost any time in history. In… read more


New Mexico Dangerous Drugs – GlaxoSmithKline Has Duty To Warn Of Avandia Risks

The U.S. Senate Finance Committee has recently issued a report on Avandia, a controversial drug produced by GlaxoSmithKline (“GSK”) to control diabetes. According to the report, GSK knew of possible heart attack risks tied to Avandia many years before the information became public. The report unequivocally states “GSK had a duty to sufficiently warn patients… read more