Rio Rancho and Albuquerque Car Accident Lawyer

When you retain the services of the Goodwin Law Office, you will work with a Rio Rancho and Albuquerque car accident lawyer that has handled hundreds of serious car accidents in Rio Rancho, Albuquerque, and New Mexico caused by:

• Drivers who are careless, reckless and don’t pay attention.
• Drivers who use their cell phones while driving.
• Drunk drivers.
• Uninsured motorists.
• Defective and Improper road maintenance by the NM Highway Department.
• Motor vehicle defects including rollover propensity.
• Hazardous road conditions.

According to the New Mexico Department of Transportation, there were 439 traffic fatalities in New Mexico in 2003, and 522 traffic fatalities in 2004.  Furthermore, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, car crashes were the top cause of death in the United States for people between the ages of 4 to 34 in 2003. 

If we make careless drivers pay for the car accidents they cause, we will make them pay attention.  It’s important to all of us that we vigorously pursue car accident cases against irresponsible drivers and their insurance companies.

If you or a loved one has been in a Rio Rancho or Albuquerque car accident there are several things that should be done at the beginning of the case:

1. At the accident scene, if physically able get the names and phone numbers of all witnesses, and the name and policy number of the other driver’s insurance company. 
2. Obtain the police accident report as soon as possible.
3. Interview all eyewitnesses.
4. Contact the other driver’s insurance company.
5. In some cases, it is important to return to the accident scene to photograph skid marks and other evidence.
6. Provide a statement to the insurance adjuster but only after getting legal advice. 

New Mexico Uninsured Motorist Cases

Many drivers who cause car accidents in New Mexico are uninsured.  Your Rio Rancho or Albuquerque car accident lawyer at the GOODWIN LAW OFFICE has 20 years of experience handling uninsured motorist accidents.  Uninsured motorist accidents often involve complicated issues of automobile insurance coverage, and require the attention of an experienced Rio Rancho and Albuquerque accident lawyer who has a deep knowledge of insurance coverage law and arbitration procedures. 

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed by an uninsured driver or uninsured motorist in New Mexico, call GOODWIN LAW OFFICE for legal advice and assistance.

Drunk Driver Accidents in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque

Drunk drivers in Rio Rancho, Albuquerque, and New Mexico cause many serious car accidents and injuries.  At GOODWIN LAW OFFICE, our Rio Rancho and Albuquerque car accident lawyer has extensive experience handling car accident cases against drunk drivers.  These drunk driving accidents often raise issues of punitive damages against the drunk driver and require legal help from an experienced and knowledgeable personal injury lawyer in New Mexico.

Contact our Car Accident Lawyer

If you’ve been in a serious car accident, you should consult with an experienced auto accident or car accident lawyer in Rio Rancho or Albuquerque. A skilled Rio Rancho or Albuquerque car accident attorney can protect your rights, guide you through the legal process, and increase your chances of recovering monetary compensation for your pain, suffering, medical expenses, property loss, and financial hardship.

Contact the GOODWIN LAW OFFICE to schedule a free consultation with an experienced, dedicated, and compassionate Rio Rancho and Albuquerque car accident attorney today at (505)896-9477.