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I was injured in New Mexico while riding in an Uber when a taxi from the Albuquerque ZTrip company ran a red light, leading to a collision. I sustained six herniated disks and required five months of physical therapy, as well as eight spinal injections. The police were called, and a report was... View More 
answered on Apr 1, 2025
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You ask some very good questions. It could be difficult to offer a quick, direct answer to them though. Your attorney is probably evaluating the case not only from a standpoint of liability, but from one of... View More
I am a senior citizen and was recently assaulted by a maintenance worker at my apartment complex. He pleaded guilty in court, received probation, and was ordered to stay away from me, only working on one side of the complex. Despite this, he continues to work here because his girlfriend is the... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2025
I am sorry that you are going through this. It is very disappointing that this apartment complex that you pay money for is unwilling to keep you and your neighbors safe.
This man would be liable for an intentional tort by assaulting you. It appears it was already proven because he admitted... View More
Statute of Limitations has passed but the discovery date
answered on Jan 29, 2025
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I do not believe those circumstances would serve to toll the statute of limitations. Tolling is usually based on reasons such as the claimant being an infant at the time, or being incapacitated in some manner.... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2025
NM law requires both parties to stay at the scene of the crash and exchange information--driver's license and insurance. Sounds like you might have exchanged information. Also sounds like no law enforcement showed up to investigate.
Any person can make a claim against your... View More
I decapitated my car running into the back or a tractor trailer that the judge ruled made an illegal uturn In Abq. Nm. where I racked up over 50k in med bills, lost my car , lost over a 100k in lost wages all along while the pain and suffering has crippled my life .... My attorney lead me to... View More
answered on Jan 15, 2025
The communications before the termination and immediately after the termination are really important in determining whether you have a legal malpractice claim in NM. An attorney has the duty to keep the client updated on matters related to the claim the lawyer is handling for the client. It would... View More
answered on Dec 21, 2024
False imprisonment in New Mexico is a serious crime because it is a felony. A case involving false imprisonment and battery often comes down to an analysis of how credible and consistent the alleged victim has been. The defendant will want to figure out if there are any defense witnesses available,... View More
Warrant issued because the attorney or his office never contacted me letting me know nothing I have proof I notified his office on numerous occasions with not so much as a phone call back
answered on Dec 21, 2024
Hello. I am sorry that you were neglected by your attorney. You deserve more communication and better service from a lawyer. The answer to your question certainly depends on the severity and seriousness of the charge in question. I have seen, for example, cases where the defendant would try to... View More
My 83 yr old father has my 55 yr old brother who has lived in my fathers home for 14 yrs without having any job and my 40 yr old son has lived there consistently for aprox 21 yrs never paying for anything either. My father has been diagnosed with dementia but has a fluctuating cognitive impairment.... View More
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answered on Dec 19, 2024
You can file your own report with adult protective services. But chances are that will not bring any relief. The only real solution is to hire an attorney to petition the court to appoint you as guardian and conservator for your father. If you have limited means you might try your local legal aid... View More
It’s for a company that says I’m not able to drive with three. It’s really impacting me badly. I can pay I just need it to be removed.
answered on Oct 17, 2024
It is possible to get some types of tickets removed from your record. The legal process in New Mexico is called a petition for expungement. The statute is Section 29-3A-4 and 29-3A-5. Check out NMOneSource (nmonesource.com). It's a really great free resource with all of New Mexico's laws... View More
I'm a African American woman
answered on Oct 18, 2024
I do not practice criminal law, but your post came up under "International Law." Don't mess around with this on public forums inquiring about aftermaths. Seek the guidance of a criminal defense attorney without delay. You posted in the beginning of the week and we're now at a... View More
My father had solar panels installed on his home in NM and when gathering the info for the tax credits I noticed differences in the information listed on the electrical and general building permits, installer contracts and loan financing documents regarding the solar panel model numbers, the actual... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2024
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to speak with a local attorney or an official from the buildings department, one issue that could possibly arise from the standpoint of insurance is whether there are inconsistencies in... View More
What is the difference between a major violation and a technical violation. Is leaving the county a major or technical violation?
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answered on Aug 30, 2024
Technical violations are smaller things, like missing a meeting with the PO.
Leaving the county then coming back same day without permission is a technical violation in my opinion. Leaving the county then going to another country and not coming back for years would not be a technical... View More
I was unable to urinate and the severe pain continued. It felt like the severe pain lasted for an eternity. The following day at 1:30am I urinated a large thick clot along with blood. I have some relief of pain. I when to the emergency hospital 2 day later because I was having some pain. The... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2024
It might be malpractice. Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did. Consult with experienced malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred.
Due to the... View More
officer claimed he smelt fentynal so he asked to search the car i said no, he claimed i said yes but i kept saying no. threatened me by stating he would call my husband probation officer if i refused to let him search car. car isnt mine. my husband and i just cashed our check that we needed to... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
You have a few important steps to take right away. First, make sure to document everything that happened, including the officer’s threats, your refusal to consent to the search, and the fact that you didn't receive any paperwork. This documentation will be crucial for your defense and any... View More
I'm at fault. Plaitiff wants in excess of my limits of liability, my insurance company wants to go to court and hasn't offered to pay my maximum limit. New Mexico.
answered on Jul 8, 2024
You could risk coverage, which could possibly result in your insurance company being off the hook in a worst-case scenario. A New Mexico attorney should advise you, but as a general matter nationwide, insurance policies virtually always require the policyholder to cooperate with the carrier in... View More
Probation would I have to do the whole probation time or would it have to to be dropped
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answered on Jun 22, 2024
If you have concerns about your probation status, I would strongly advise speaking with your probation officer, a lawyer, or the court to understand your specific situation and options. Failing to comply with probation terms can have serious legal consequences. A qualified legal professional can... View More
If your public defender knows the other personally are they still able to defend you or can i request for some one else?
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answered on Jun 17, 2024
A judge can stop you from representing yourself if they determine that you are not competent to do so. This decision is based on whether you understand the charges against you and can adequately defend yourself. The judge's primary concern is to ensure that you receive a fair trial.
If... View More
They are advertising a new vehicle on their website for $680. No where does it say, down payment, monthly payment, lease, or additional fees may apply. It says total cost $680. When I inquired about it, they said it was a typo
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answered on Jun 15, 2024
If a dealer is advertising a new vehicle for $680 and claims it was a typo when you inquire, it is unlikely that you can legally force them to honor that price. Advertisements with clear typographical errors are generally not legally binding, as the price discrepancy is usually obvious and... View More
I got intergated after my visit, they threatened me a searched my car & took pictures of my bank accounts. The Correction officer said I was supposed to hand an inmate something because of my recent phone call of visiting the inmates family, before the visit this is my first time visiting my... View More
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answered on Jun 7, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your experience. In general, correctional facilities have strict security protocols, and searches of vehicles and personal belongings can be part of these procedures, especially if they suspect contraband. However, taking pictures of your bank accounts and other... View More
Will I get paid for my damaged truck?
answered on Jun 2, 2024
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. The answer to your question depends on whether the other vehicle was insured and the insurance carrier accepts blame. If that's the case, you could probably handle the matter yourself in dealing with the... View More
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