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....
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...
In New Mexico and across the United States, truckers should slow down and resist the temptation to beat the clock. Driving at a safe speed may prevent someone from incurring a traumatic brain injury or spinal injury. Either of these injuries may result in serious...
Decades of public awareness campaigns have pointed to the dangers associated with drunk driving. However, many drivers cause accidents due to being too impaired to operate a vehicle safely. Substance abuse issues or false assumptions about being sober enough to drive...
If you believe that a loved one living in a New Mexico nursing home has experienced physical or mental abuse, you must follow the state's reporting guidelines before submitting a claim in court. Undergoing mandatory reporting requirements is necessary so that a...
People expect that a nurse will keep their loved ones safe as nurses are held to a high standard of professionalism. Patient safety should always be a primary concern in New Mexico healthcare facilities, and unsafe behavior may show negligence on the part of the...
If you have an elderly loved one being cared for in a New Mexico nursing home, you expect them to be treated with dignity and respect. Sadly, abuse and neglect sometimes occur. Here’s how you can distinguish the different types. Physical abuse Physical elder abuse...
Many companies transport goods throughout the state of New Mexico. One of the most popular ways to transport items from one location to another is by truck. Unfortunately, these trips can sometimes cause multiple vehicles to collide. If you're involved in this type of...
Not everyone cares about traffic laws, and that could result in accidents on New Mexico roads. Reckless driving seems like a catch-all term describing any behavior that disregards the safety of others. Many reckless drivers might receive numerous citations but...
Understaffed nursing may affect patient safety as well as practice management. Recent health events in New Mexico and elsewhere had an effect on the nursing field. Nurses had much switching around, possibly leading to a decrease in patient safety as well as cognitive...