On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | Oct 7, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Few world events have changed our shared vocabulary as much as the current pandemic. New phrases have become commonplace, with “social distancing” and “wear a mask” now part of the new normal. Additionally, many rites of passages have been placed on hold — with...
On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | Oct 5, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Five years ago, it seemed like every automaker was talking about their work developing self-driving vehicles. We were promised that autonomous cars would virtually eliminate car accidents caused by human negligence and error — and soon. In 2016, U.S. Secretary of...
On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | Sep 21, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
It is no secret that distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents, and distracted driving is a form of negligence. It’s something you should watch out for in the other driver’s behavior if you are involved in a crash. A distracted driver may be...
On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | Sep 7, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
For many motor vehicle manufacturers, the trend of “bigger is better” continues. SUVs and large trucks are popular among consumers. In fact, they currently account for about 70% of all new cars sold in the United States. But larger vehicles have also been shown to be...
On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | Sep 4, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
When you walk onto the showroom floor of a New Mexico car dealership, salespeople will eagerly show you gleaming 2021 models with new lines and curves, more comfortable seats covered with better fabrics, and perhaps best of all, advanced safety systems that the...
On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | Jul 18, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
New Mexico roads can be dangerous. Being in the wrong place at the wrong time could put any driver in a bad situation. However, defensive driving can go a long way toward preventing injury to oneself and others. Few people actually take defensive driving courses, but...
On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | Jul 14, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
In recent years, New Mexico hasn’t fared well in ratings of driver safety. Even though the state didn’t land in Smart Asset’s 10 worst states for drivers 2019 study, locals are taking this information with a grain of salt. Just ask the person who...
On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | Jun 29, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Accident reconstruction was once limited to an experienced professional taking pictures of the scene and the vehicles involved. From there, the reconstructionist would reach out to those involved in the collision and any witnesses to secure first-hand accounts. Fast...
On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | May 18, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Even in the midst of a pandemic, spring represents renewal. However, in New Mexico, it also brings dangerously windswept roads throughout the southern part of the state. Gale-force winds plague drivers on Interstate 10 in Lordsburg, specifically between mileposts 1...
On behalf of Almanzar & Youngers, P.A. | May 15, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
One of the more striking visuals of the current coronavirus pandemic is the lack of vehicles on New Mexico roads and throughout the country. During the first week of April alone, passenger vehicle travel throughout the U.S. cut nearly in half when compared to early...
