The courts offer people multiple ways to pursue justice after the death of a loved one. Under New Mexico state law, when an individual or business causes the death of a person through negligence, default or misconduct, surviving family members can sometimes bring a...
Month: May 2021
Proving fault in a New Mexico wrongful death claim
Like in any personal injury lawsuit, when it comes to a wrongful death case, the burden is on the plaintiff to prove that the defendant caused the deceased's fatal injuries. Understanding burden of proof One thing to know about the burden of proof in wrongful death is...
Lending someone your car? You could be on the hook for a wreck
Maybe it’s your brother asking and he is really in a bad spot. Perhaps your best friend needs a favor. But you’re still a bit hesitant about loaning your car to anyone. The person asking to borrow your vehicle reminds you that they have a good driving record and...
A spinal cord injury could max out a driver’s insurance policy
Spinal cord injuries are some of the most severe and life-altering injuries a person could suffer in a car crash. These possibly debilitating injuries come in many forms. A spinal cord injury might results in paraplegia if it occurs lower in the back or tetraplegia if...
Does your car’s age affect your safety on the road?
Some people believe that older cars are more reliable, and thus, are better options than the newer ones that are on the roads today. What they might not realize is that older cars are associated with more fatalities than newer cars, according to data from the Fatality...