
answered on Jan 9, 2020
Ask your attorney. Don't have one? Look for a member of the NMex Assn for Justice in the county where it happened.

answered on Nov 6, 2019
Generally I have had luck getting coverage through the farmer's insurance, but if you have collision run it through that and let them chase the farmer for the information.
While the owner of a farm animal is responsible if they are allowed to leave the farm, if it were such that you... View More
My wife and I were both walking into Sam’s and a lady was texting and hit myself and wife. I was tapped by the car but my wife was hit with more force and thrown. My wife was taken to the hospital, the driver gave a statement and was allowed to leave. I haven’t seen the report yet so I don’t... View More

answered on Sep 21, 2019
I hope the two of you are okay and that your wife is recovering from being thrown by the car. If she is contemplating a claim, your wife should speak with an attorney without delay. Most attorneys who handle these types of cases offer free initial consults. Obtain the police report and find out if... View More

answered on Feb 5, 2019
Does what apply? It looks like something accidentally got left off your question.
Tim Akpinar
I was driving to work on the highway with some winter conditions present. I was driving below the speed limit when I swerved and fell into a ditch. There was nobody else on the highway at the time. Police only arrived on the scene thirty minutes later after I had called AAA. According to the court... View More

answered on Dec 10, 2018
Thank you for contacting Caruso Law Offices.
You will need a criminal attorney in the county where the citation was issued. (Not saying that you are a criminal, but criminal attorneys handle citations like the careless driving citation you received.) We don't handle these types of... View More
Charged for criminal damage to property

answered on Oct 8, 2018
The DUI or the damage? Either way it's a yes, inasmuch as you knowingly consumed alcohol, and you thus carelessly did damage a structure.

answered on Jul 18, 2018
Generally yes. There may be issues as to how it was done, but they aren't required to carry you. Now if they terminated early, that may be problematic. Check with your insurance commissioner but first get all the documents lined up.
I accidentally hit a pedestrian in a parking lot while driving approximately 13 mph. I was simply not paying attention to the road because of fatigue. The pedestrian suffered a fractured ankle. I was charged with reckless driving under the New Mexico Statute, however I do not think that reckless... View More

answered on Apr 25, 2018
Careless driving does not apply in a parking lot. Reckless, however, can be committed in a parking lot. Reckless has a higher “mens rea” or intent element, meaning simply being negligent will not suffice. It also carries mandatory jail. This is a serious offense. You should consult with an... View More
We had already filed a claim with our insurance and our car was already known to be reported stolen. These are his arrest charges:
Arrest Charges
Release Type:
Arrest Date: 02/13/2018
Arrest Time: 21:00
Arrest Location:
Statute: 30-22-1.1... View More

answered on Feb 14, 2018
You can sue him but you'd likely never see the money. Thieves usually don't have much.
See if you can get an order of restitution from the criminal charges--contact the DA's victim assistance coordinator.
The other partys insurance is claiming I'm responsible to pay 1000s back to them. Shouldn't the driver b responsible?

answered on Jan 16, 2018
Yes. However the other person--if not at fault--can claim against you.You want to fight your company as car was insured--talk to a member of the N.Mex Assn for Justice who handles "bad faith" claims--they give free consults.
I really would like to have some of the legislature on it so that I can know exactly what the current law is, or any shaping cases on the subject.

answered on Nov 11, 2017
I believe I suggested if you were hurt contact a member of the NM Assn for Justice--they'll give you a free consult. Why not ask your own insurance or AAA?
Hello I'm currently looking for a lawyer to help me I just don't know where to start
On October 26 I was in an accident with a tow truck from a company called quality towing there driver failed to stop at a stop sign and went through the intersection I was crossing I wasn't... View More

answered on Nov 11, 2017
Tell the officer that defendant has no insurance. Technically they can't be a tow if they don't.

answered on Oct 31, 2017
No set time in most jurisdictions. If you have an issue like no insurance you'd want to get that squared away without waiting for any fallout.
We were at a friends house and I was riding his dads bike. They had been encouraging me to ride all day and i had been saying no i just finally gave in to them and got on. Our friend that hit me had been drinking. He was playing horse shoes with my husband and in the middle of the game he stopped... View More

answered on Oct 20, 2017
They can try but you can counterclaim if it gets to that.See if you are covered by your homeowners. You would have numerous defenses.
We had a stop sign but could not see it due to a large tree covering entire sign which caused us to get into an accident at the intersection. Can the city be held liable for not maintaining signage?

answered on Oct 14, 2017
City or property owner. Photos ideally. Check papers, news stations etc. Consult a member of the N.Mex.Assn for Justice--they give free consults.Don't give statements over the phone to anyone until you do. Certainly not to the other company.

answered on Jun 29, 2017
Try it, but you'd have to show they knew it was a sick tree.
I am permanently disabled from a motorcycle vs. drunk driver in a van in 1986, where I received multiple serious injuries and came very close to death. Leg tore to shreds, vertical fracture of my pelvis (split in half), crushed hand, broken arm. I worked hard to recover and rehabilitate, all the... View More

answered on Mar 29, 2017
Short answer is no. Courts don't tell administrative agencies what to do, and it's within their discretion. However, if your problem is getting a rehab plan or similar going, you will want to contact a group that deals with pain like the cancer socieity for your state, etc.
I was injured in an auto accident about 1 year ago. I have progressed through doctor appointments, physical therapy and cortisone shots and still have remaining pain and limited motion. The insurance company wants to settle the claim. I need to understand what might be a fair settlement.

answered on Feb 10, 2017
There are many factors that go into what a fair settlement will be--and, every case varies. It seems you have had extensive medical treatment, but you have unresolved issues as well. There are many issues you need to weigh before coming to a settlement with an insurance company. You also have to... View More
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