When a doctor doesn’t practice a standard level of care on their patients, then they may be committing medical malpractice. This can happen if a doctor makes a mistake during surgery or prescribes the wrong medication, for example. Medical malpractice can start even...
It is certainly true that speeding can cause car accidents. It makes it more likely that a driver will lose control of the vehicle and it means they have less reaction time. Speed can also make the accident more severe, leading to more serious injuries. To stay safe,...
Recognizing signs of abuse and neglect in nursing homes is crucial for the safety and well-being of residents. Abuse and neglect can manifest in various forms, so it’s important to keep an eye out for various concerns, not just those that are most obvious. Family...
When you look at fatal accident rates, a disturbing trend becomes clear. Teenagers make up a tiny proportion of overall drivers, with their age group spanning just from 16 to 19. But the rate at which they cause fatal car accidents is disproportionate to the size of...
After an accident that causes you severe injury, the physical and emotional scars can linger long after the bandages come off. Fortunately, New Mexico law recognizes the invisible wounds of "pain and suffering" as legitimate damages in accident cases. What do they...
It's hard for an adult child to accept that their parent's health is declining. The person who cared for you can no longer take care of themselves. However, a time may come when living alone may pose a significant risk to your parent, and you can no longer ignore the...
Severe car accidents occur on New Mexico roads, and these wreak havoc on property and human lives. Such incidents often result in grave injuries, disabilities and even fatalities. Among the various causes of car accidents, speeding stands out as a prominent factor...
The trucking industry has been struggling for a while with a shortage of qualified drivers. While this has a lot of implications for the nation as a whole, it’s impossible to ignore the shortage’s consequences on roadway safety – especially when you consider the...
Motor vehicle accidents around the country claimed more than 40,000 lives in 2021 according to figures from the U.S. Department of Transportation, and approximately 12,300 of those road users lost their lives in accidents involving motorists who were exceeding posted...
Truck drivers in New Mexico and around the country carry not only the responsibility of moving freight but also employing safe drivers. Operating a tractor-trailer requires more training and experience than driving a smaller passenger vehicle. In addition to drivers'...