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Driver distraction is a leading factor in car accidents nationwide, and Albuquerque is no exception. When drivers fail to give their full attention to the road, whether due to texting or other distractions, they put other motorists and pedestrians at risk of serious injuries and even death. A study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found nearly 3,500 fatalities in distracted driving accidents in 2015, accounting for nearly 10% of all car accident deaths that year.
If you have been injured by a distracted driver in Albuquerque, New Mexico law allows you to pursue compensation for your losses. Attorney Paul Dominguez at Dominguez Law handles distracted driving accident cases and helps injured victims seek the compensation they deserve. We provide compassionate and personalized legal representation to all clients following a crash. Unlike many firms, we take time to ensure accident victims understand their legal rights and options throughout the claims process.
Despite the lack of statutory prohibitions in New Mexico for cellphone use while driving, distracted drivers may still be held liable for injuries they cause. Distracted driving occurs when a driver engages in any activity that diverts attention from safe vehicle operation, including:
Even driving while ill could be considered distracted driving in certain cases. Sneezing, blowing your nose, and watery eyes can all take your attention away from the road. Driving while sick also often accompanies drowsy driving. Illnesses often leave drivers with brain fog and fatigue as their bodies work overtime to fight off infection.
All drivers owe others on the road a duty to act as a reasonable and prudent person would under the given circumstances. At Dominguez Law, we pursue justice and compensation for you when you are injured because of another driver’s negligence
You may be compensated for:
When a distracted driver causes a person’s death, relatives of the victim may pursue a wrongful death action against the responsible partyAdded: Internal link to wrongful death page + changed “the death of another person” to “a person’s death” for natural flow to seek damages for burial and funeral costs, as well as loss of support.
In some extreme cases, if you can prove the negligent party acted with malice or in bad faith, punitive damages may be awarded. Punitive damages are awarded solely as a means of punishment for the negligent party and to prevent similar behavior in the future.
One of the most troubling facts about distracted driving accidents is how easily preventable they are. It is easy to assume drivers have learned how to operate vehicles with distractions, but the statistics prove otherwise.
Attorney Paul Dominguez can help identify the negligent party responsible for your injuries and fight to hold them accountable. When you partner with our personal injury firm, we can help defend your case by:
At Dominguez Law, we have access to resources only available to legal professionals, enabling us to build the strongest case possible for you. We also provide thorough knowledge of the New Mexico legal system and how to make it work for your injury claim.
If you or a family member has been hurt in a car crash caused by a distracted driver, the distracted driving accident lawyers at Dominguez Law can help. We recognize the confusion and pain that often follows a severe car accident, which is why we provide all clients with the personalized, compassionate legal representation they deserve.
We can work with you to protect your interests following such a trauma. Contact Albuquerque car accident attorney Paul M. Dominguez to discuss your options for recovering damages after a crash. Complete our contact form to schedule a free evaluation of your case.
At Dominguez Law, we believe in holding parties who act recklessly accountable for their actions and are dedicated to making their insurance companies pay top dollar for your claim. If you believe the at-fault party acted negligently or recklessly, contact us as soon as possible.
To schedule a free consultation with one of our compassionate and aggressive Albuquerque car accident attorneys, call Dominguez Law today at 505-850-5854 or contact us online. Se Habla Español.