Category: Wrongful Death
Who Can File a Nursing Home Wrongful Death Lawsuit in New Mexico? 2024
If you have a loved one in a nursing home who recently passed away unexpectedly, you should consider speaking with a wrongful death lawyer. While our loved ones may be supported in a nursing home during their transitions in life, unfortunately for some, they will experience abuse at the hands of those entrusted to care… read more
What is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
When a person loses their life due to the negligent or intentional actions of another individual, business, or entity, the personal representative of the deceased’s estate may be able to file a wrongful death claim to recover compensation on behalf of beneficiaries. Here, we want to examine what a wrongful death lawsuit in New Mexico… read more
Proving Fault in a Wrongful Death Case
Proving Fault in a Wrongful Death Case When a personal representative files a wrongful death claim in New Mexico, perhaps the most important aspect of the process is determining liability. The personal representative’s goal is to recover compensation for the estate and for the deceased’s surviving family members, and determining liability is the only way… read more
New Mexico Medical Malpractice Laws
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
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
IVC Filter
In order to prevent dangerous blood clots from moving into the lungs and causing a pulmonary embolism, surgeons implant patients with IVC (inferior vena cava) filters. IVC filters are retrievable, wire devices designed to catch blood clots in the bloodstream before they migrate to the lungs, allowing for dissipation of the clots over time. These… read more
New Mexico Man Killed In Colorado/New Mexico Border Truck Accident
News reports indicate that a New Mexico man was killed in an 18-wheeler crash near the border of Colorado/New Mexico. According to reports, Ruben Gomez was traveling northbound on U.S. 550, just past the New Mexico-Colorado state line when his tanker truck veered off the road. Gomez attempted to correct and steer the big rig… read more
New Mexico Trucking Accidents And Fatigue – A Dangerous Combination
Transportation safety – on roadways and highways in New Mexico and throughout the country is a concern to most Americans. When truck collisions occur, the results often include serious injuries and fatalities, many times the fault of a negligent truck driver or the company that hires them, with drivers forced to work excessive hours with… read more