In New Mexico, truck drivers can drive up to 11 hours a day; federal law can extend that time to 14 hours after being off duty for ten hours. Compared to other professions, that's a lot of time spent working, often leading to drowsiness. How fatigue affects truck...
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Hit-and-run accidents and your auto insurance
The last thing you expect to happen on a New Mexico road is for a vehicle to hit you and flee. You may be left injured and dealing with property damage. This is what to know about these types of accidents and when your auto insurance covers them. Understanding...
MS drug being used to treat nursing home residents
Journalists have discovered that a drug developed to treat symptoms most commonly associated with multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is being used as a dementia treatment by nursing homes in New Mexico and around the country. The U.S. Food and Drug...
Get ready for International Roadcheck 2023
International Roadcheck 2023 is a major commercial safety initiative that is coming soon. The event will occur across North America from May 16 to 18. Drivers in New Mexico are especially advised to be on the lookout for representatives of this program. It will affect...
Common headaches and symptoms after car accidents
Headaches are one of the more common symptoms that appear after motor vehicle accidents in New Mexico. Often headache symptoms don't start until days or weeks after the incident, outlining the need for victims to visit a medical professional for an evaluation. Common...
Can nursing home neglect be considered criminal?
Many New Mexico residents have elderly loved ones in nursing homes so they can get specialized care. Sadly, nursing home neglect is a serious concern for some. There is sometimes confusion over whether this type of neglect is legal or even criminal. Understanding...
Bedsores are an underreported nursing home problem
Pressure ulcers, which are more commonly known as bedsores, are potentially debilitating injuries that are caused by pressure on the skin that restricts the flow of blood and hampers the delivery of crucial nutrients like oxygen. Thousands of people in New Mexico and...
Resident on resident abuse in nursing homes is neglect
When New Mexico families place elderly loved ones in nursing homes, they expect them to be taken care of and safe. Sadly, instances of resident-on-resident abuse occur in nursing homes. This is considered a problem of neglect. Why resident-on-resident abuse happens...
Check a Doctor’s Malpractice Past
Medical malpractice in New Mexico is a serious risk for anyone who needs to undergo a procedure. Even a basic test or exam can be mishandled in a way that leads to significant harm. It is possible to check a doctor in advance and research their malpractice history....
The importance of a police report for a car accident
New Mexico State Police, county sheriff's departments and municipal police departments respond to motor vehicle accidents every day. The reports written by law enforcement officers at the scene could contribute to the outcome of personal injury insurance claims and...