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With the rise in online shopping and demand for quick delivery, semi-trucks are becoming increasingly prevalent on New Mexico roadways. With this increase in vehicles on the road, the frequency of accidents is also escalating. Recently, a national transportation group conducted research to determine New Mexico’s need for safe and efficient mobility. The research found... read more

A state appellate court recently issued a decision in a product liability case that was filed by the widow of a man who was killed while working at a factory. While New Mexico product liability law differs from that which was applied by the court in this case, the case is still illustrative of how... read more

Understanding and obeying safety standards and rules while driving are very important in avoiding New Mexico truck accidents. This is especially true when drivers are operating a large commercial vehicle. The importance is highlighted by the implementation of certain federal regulatory agencies that guide the specific standards that commercial truck drivers must follow. The Federal... read more

Recently, an appellate court issued an opinion in a wrongful death case in which a man was killed after rear-ending a slow-moving tractor trailer. The tragedy was heightened by the fact that the victim’s sons witnessed his body burning, and his family suffered severe emotional distress as a result of learning of his death. The... read more

When a fire truck is involved in a New Mexico truck accident, several issues can arise that may not be present in other accidents involving large commercial trucks. The most common issue that arises in any New Mexico truck accident involving a fire truck or other government agency is whether the government is entitled to... read more