If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be dealing with serious injuries, trying to manage your routine to work, and grappling with significant pain and suffering. It can all seem so overwhelming.
Fortunately, the caring and compassionate Gallup personal injury attorneys with Caruso Law Offices can help you seek compensation and accountability from the at-fault party. We provide legal representation to personal injury victims throughout Gallup, Rio Rancho, and surrounding areas in New Mexico.
Types of Personal Injury Cases Caruso Law Offices Handles
At Caruso Law Offices, we focus exclusively on motor vehicle accidents, including:
- Car accidents: New Mexico is an at-fault state for car accidents, so the driver found at fault for the accident is responsible for paying for the damages they cause. Our car accident lawyers have extensive experience handling car accidents caused by various reasons, including speeding, distracted driving, and drunk driving.
- Truck accidents: Collisions involving semi-trucks and other commercial trucks can be more complex than other types of motor vehicle accident cases because they often involve multiple liable parties and complex state and federal regulations. We can help you navigate these legal complexities with ease.
- Motorcycle accidents: While many motorcycle accidents are caused by the negligent actions of other drivers, motorcyclists often face a bias from insurance companies, defendants, and juries, making it essential to hire a lawyer who can advocate for your legal interests.
- Pedestrian accidents: Accidents in which pedestrians are struck by vehicles often lead to catastrophic injuries or death. Our legal team can fight zealously to seek justice for you or a loved one.
- Bicycle accidents: Bicyclists have little protection from heavy and powerful motor vehicles. Our lawyers can help prepare your legal claim, allowing you to focus on your recovery.
Our sole focus on this area of the law means we have an in-depth understanding of motor vehicle accident claims and the legal process surrounding them. Call us today if you or a loved one was injured in any of the types of accidents identified above.
Recoverable Damages in Motor Vehicle Accident Claims
Our Gallup personal injury lawyer at Caruso Law Offices can prepare your car accident claim for maximum compensation by accounting for all the damages you sustained as a result of someone else’s negligence, which might include payment for the following:
- Medical expenses, including payment for medical bills you incurred immediately after the accident, such as hospital bills, emergency room bills, and ambulance charges, as well as ongoing medical treatment and future medical expenses
- Lost wages to reimburse you for lost income you suffered while seeking medical treatment or recovering from your injuries
- Property damage to your vehicle and other personal property damaged in the accident
- Pain and suffering, which accounts for the physical, emotional, and mental suffering you endured because of the accident
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in New Mexico?
There is generally a time limit for how long you have to file a claim known as the statute of limitations. In personal injury cases in New Mexico, under N.M. Stat. § 37-1-8, you must file a claim within three years from the accident date to recover compensation.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation with Our Gallup Personal Injury Lawyer
Being injured in a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence can be frustrating, but an experienced Gallup personal injury attorney from Caruso Law Offices, P.C. can help demand the compensation and accountability you deserve.
We offer free consultations to prospective clients, so you can learn more about your legal rights and options without any cost or obligation. You can reach us at (505) 883-5000 or through our online contact form to get started with your free consultation.