Santa Fe, NM asked in Car Accidents for New Mexico

Q: I was involved in a car accident where the vehicle that hit me was cited for running a red light and open container.Help

Car hit me as I was clearing the intersection. Impact at passenger front quater panel. Minor injuries to me, undisclosed injuries in the other vehicle. Will I need a lawyer along with my insurance company? I am fully covered, and the other driver had some sort of insurance. Thanks for any help you may provide!

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Adam T. Funk
Adam T. Funk
Answered
  • Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Bellaire, TX
  • Licensed in New Mexico

A: It is always helpful to retain a lawyer to help you. Insurance companies play crafty tricks on unsuspecting car accident victims. Lawyers help cut through those games.

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