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Four Common Causes of Car Accidents in New Mexico and Texas

Car accidents are a big concern in New Mexico and Texas, affecting thousands of individuals yearly. Therefore, understanding the causes of these catastrophic events can help you become more vigilant. This way, you can avoid dangerous situations on the road. Still, accidents can happen when you least expect them, so it is best to know what to do in case…

Pedestrian Struck and Killed in West El Paso

El Paso Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian accident on South Desert Boulevard in West El Paso on Sunday. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), a vehicle struck the pedestrian around 6:00 a.m. in the 6500 block of South Desert Boulevard near Artcraft Road. Authorities have released no further information about the pedestrian or the driver. All lanes of…

What Should I Do After a Car Accident in El Paso?

The panic, stress, and anxiety you experience in the aftermath of a car accident can feel overwhelming, especially if you have never gotten into a collision before. In these instances, you might be at a loss for who to talk to or what to do next. We understand. Our El Paso car accident lawyers at Flores Mendez Law have represented…

Rural counties in New Mexico have particularly deadly roads

Traveling on rural roads might seem like a safe option. Typically, roads roads that crisscross the countryside see far less traffic overall than roads in urban centers. However, less traffic does not automatically mean fewer crashes with tragic outcomes. In fact, a recent review of crash statistics in New Mexico shows that the opposite is actually true. Many of the…

Motorcyclist is 29th fatality in El Paso this year

El Paso saw its 29th traffic fatality of the year when a motorcyclist lost control while he was trying weave through traffic. That crash occurred on May 31 and is one fatality less than the 30 that had already occurred by May 31 of last year. The fatal crash occurred near the Spaghetti Bowl by I-10. The 43-year-old man was going westbound…

¿Qué hacer después de un accidente de tránsito en El Paso?

Manejar un automóvil en las vialidades de El Paso, Texas, conlleva un riesgo implícito: los accidentes de tránsito. Ningún conductor está exento de sufrir un incidente automovilístico. A diario se registran choques y atropellamientos en la ciudad texana. Por tal razón, resulta fundamental que los conductores sepan qué hacer en caso de sufrir un percance vial. A continuación, presentamos una…

How preexisting conditions can affect your personal injury settlement

When you’re involved in an accident that leads to a personal injury claim, the entire process can be overwhelming. One factor that complicates matters even more is the presence of preexisting conditions. These are health issues that existed before the incident involving a personal injury claim occurred. Understanding how these conditions can influence the outcome of your settlement is crucial for everyone.…

Causas comunes de accidentes de camiones en El Paso, Texas

Los accidentes de tráfico siempre son eventos lamentables. Cuando involucran a camiones comerciales como los de 18 ruedas, las consecuencias pueden ser especialmente devastadoras debido a su tamaño y peso. En El Paso, Texas, una ciudad con una intensa actividad de transporte debido a su ubicación fronteriza, los accidentes son una realidad frecuente. En este blog, analizamos las causas más…

How can drivers reduce their risk of being involved in a semi-truck wreck?

A crash with a semi-truck can completely change the course of someone’s day and possibly their life as well. The property damage possible after a semi-truck crash could leave someone without transportation until they buy a new vehicle. The occupants of a passenger vehicle struck by a commercial truck may require emergency medical care. Catastrophic injuries, ranging from amputations to…

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