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This rule used to mean that the doctor’s opinion was the most important opinion on how severe a patient’s condition was. Until January of 2017, doctor’s opinions had a huge impact on whether someone won their disability benefits case when a medical condition was involved. Social Security now equally weighs the opinion of all medical [...]
A man was arrested in connection with a crash on Albuquerque’s southbound I-25 that left a 10-year-old girl dead. According to the Albuquerque Journal, Xavier Nelson, 22, has been charged with reckless driving resulting in death. Reports indicate that unmarked prescription sedatives were found in Nelson’s vehicle, but police do not believe he was intoxicated [...]
Even in perfect weather, young drivers are more likely to crash than older, more experienced motorists. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the fatal accident rate per mile travelled for 16- to 19-year-olds is almost three times the rate for drivers aged 20 and older. One reason for this disturbing trend is the fact [...]
Shock, bewilderment, depression – emotions are rife at the scene of any accident. This is particularly true when a person suffers an injury due to another driver’s blatant negligence. When people decide to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol, they are endangering their own lives, as well as the lives of their passengers and [...]
Every day, we rely on products to improve our quality of life, keep us healthy, and help us earn a living. When you buy products such as a car, a power tool, or a medication prescribed by your doctor, you shouldn’t have to worry about whether that product will cause you harm. Unfortunately, product defects [...]
The National Safety Council reports that every seven seconds, a worker is injured on the job in the U.S. Some jobs and lines of work are inherently more dangerous than others. But even if you choose a more accident-prone job, you are entitled by law to have the risks and hazards explained to you [...]
Have you ever been at the office and seen a “wet floor” cone and wondered what would happen if you hadn’t seen it? Or jumped away just in time from the neighbor’s angry dog? We navigate potentially perilous situations all the time in Albuquerque – at our workplaces, at the supermarket, or even just [...]
It’s devastatingly unfair to suffer injuries due to someone else’s negligence. It’s a natural desire – and your legal right – to pursue justice through a claim. However, the saying “patience is a virtue” is a helpful mantra during this time. If you’ve been injured in a construction accident, car accident, bus accident, or [...]
Looking to claim compensation for your injuries? Pain and suffering can be a significant chunk of your personal injury compensation, but it can also be complicated to secure. Below is your guide to successfully calculating and claiming pain and suffering. According to Nolo, there are two types of pain and suffering: physical and mental. [...]
When a loved one dies, the last thing you want is a complicated legal process to worry about. That’s why we’re here to help! Wrongful death compensation can never make up for the fact that your loved one is gone. But if your loved one died because of someone else’s purposeful actions or negligence, [...]
