{"id":1927,"date":"2026-10-30T05:10:45","date_gmt":"2026-10-30T05:10:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/facial-injuries-scarring-car-accident-lawyer-albuquerque\/"},"modified":"2026-11-10T03:26:00","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T03:26:00","slug":"facial-injuries-scarring-car-accident-lawyer-albuquerque","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/facial-injuries-scarring-car-accident-lawyer-albuquerque\/","title":{"rendered":"Facial Scarring Car Accident Lawyer | El Gringo Law"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-1925\" alt=\"Crumpled rear bumper and cracked tail light on a compact sedan in a body shop bay, with a technician photographing the damage.\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crumpled-rear-bumper-and-cracked-tail-light-on-a-compact-sed-photo.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crumpled-rear-bumper-and-cracked-tail-light-on-a-compact-sed-photo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crumpled-rear-bumper-and-cracked-tail-light-on-a-compact-sed-photo-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crumpled-rear-bumper-and-cracked-tail-light-on-a-compact-sed-photo-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crumpled-rear-bumper-and-cracked-tail-light-on-a-compact-sed-photo-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/crumpled-rear-bumper-and-cracked-tail-light-on-a-compact-sed-photo.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Car Accident Injuries \u00b7 New Mexico<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Facial Scarring From a Car Accident? Let&#x27;s Talk About Your Claim.<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Scars can change how you look, how you feel and how you live. El Gringo Law represents car accident victims in New Mexico. Your initial consultation is free, confidential and comes with no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Request a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Request a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Josh Wood \u00b7 Published October 30, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Albuquerque Facial Scarring Car Accident Lawyer<\/h2>\n<p>A car accident can cause facial injuries that leave lasting scars. If that happened to you, you may have a claim for the harm it caused. Looking for a facial injuries scarring car accident lawyer in Albuquerque? This page explains what that claim covers and how it works in New Mexico.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-green-traffic-light-glows-against-a-clear-blue-sky-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A green traffic light glows against a clear blue sky.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>What a Facial Injury and Scarring Car Accident Claim Covers<\/h2>\n<p>A facial injury and scarring claim seeks payment for harm to your face after a car crash. The harm can include cuts that scar, broken bones, dental injuries, or lasting disfigurement. El Gringo Law represents people hurt in car accidents across New Mexico, including people in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces. Family members who help an injured person make decisions are part of this page too.<\/p>\n<p>Josh Wood is the responsible lawyer for this page. He is licensed in New Mexico and Arizona. Our team, including assistants and office staff, handles scheduling and paperwork. Staff are not lawyers, and the firm answers for everything this page says.<\/p>\n<h2>Facial Injuries Common in Car Crashes<\/h2>\n<p>Facial injuries in car crashes often come from glass, airbags, dashboards, and steering wheels. Common injuries include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cuts and lacerations<\/strong> that can leave permanent scars, especially deep cuts or cuts that cross the lips, eyebrows, or cheeks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fractures<\/strong> of the nose, cheekbone, eye socket, or jaw. Some of these need surgery to repair.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dental and jaw injuries<\/strong>, such as broken, chipped, or lost teeth and damage to the jaw joint.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eye, eyelid, and facial nerve injuries<\/strong> that can affect movement or feeling on one side of the face.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Burns and road rash<\/strong> from airbag deployment or sliding on pavement, which can leave marks that stay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Get checked by a doctor after any facial injury, even if it looks minor. Your medical records are the proof a claim depends on. Keep every appointment, and save dated photos of your injuries as they heal.<\/p>\n<h2>What Compensation May Include<\/h2>\n<p>Compensation can include money for losses the crash caused. Each claim depends on its own facts and records. Losses may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Emergency care, surgery, reconstructive or plastic surgery, dental work, and follow-up care.<\/li>\n<li>Future medical costs when a doctor recommends more treatment.<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages and reduced ability to earn if facial injuries affect your work.<\/li>\n<li>Pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life, including how visible scarring affects daily life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Close family members may have their own claim.<\/p>\n<p>New Mexico uses pure comparative negligence (shared fault). The state adopted this rule in <a href=\"https:\/\/static.case.law\/nm\/96\/html\/0682-01.html\">Scott v. Rizzo<\/a>. If you share some blame, your damages are reduced by your percentage, but your claim is not barred. Insurers often argue that the injured person was at fault, so we look at fault from the start.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Claim Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>The claim process starts with a consultation and moves through records, insurer talks, and, if needed, a lawsuit. Here is what to expect:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consultation.<\/strong> We review the crash, your injuries, and your timeline.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Records.<\/strong> Gather the crash report, medical records, photos of injuries and scars, and wage records.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurer contact.<\/strong> Think before giving a recorded statement to the other driver&#8217;s insurer. You can talk with the firm first.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Damages.<\/strong> Your doctors&#8217; records document your injuries, scars, and any planned surgery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation or suit.<\/strong> We negotiate with the insurer and file suit if a fair resolution isn&#8217;t reached.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Timing matters. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18537\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 37-1-8<\/a>, actions for an injury to the person or reputation of any person must be brought within three years. If a government-owned vehicle or a public road hazard played a part in your crash, contact El Gringo Law promptly so our team can review which deadlines apply to your situation. Section 37-1-8 requires actions against sureties on official bonds and on bonds of guardians, conservators, personal representatives and persons acting in a fiduciary capacity to be brought within two years after the principal&#8217;s liability is finally established or determined by a judgment or decree of the court; it does not set a two-year period for injury claims. Early contact helps keep evidence and records fresh.<\/p>\n<h2>What Fees and Costs Mean for You<\/h2>\n<p>Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue. Costs are a separate question, so ask about them directly. Litigation can bring expenses such as copies of medical records and court filing fees. Ask us to explain every cost before you decide anything.<\/p>\n<p>Bring any bills, letters from insurers, and written questions to your consultation. Writing questions down ahead of time helps you cover what matters most in one call. You should leave the call knowing who pays which costs and when.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why Work With El Gringo Law<\/h2>\n<p>El Gringo Law is a New Mexico firm that represents car accident victims. The firm also handles trucking accidents, premises liability, negligent security, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, and burn injuries.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Josh Wood is licensed in New Mexico and Arizona and is the responsible lawyer for this page.<\/li>\n<li>Our lawyers and our team focus on injury claims listed on this site, and they answer for what this page says.<\/li>\n<li>Our team, including assistants and office staff, handles scheduling and paperwork. Staff are never presented as lawyers.<\/li>\n<li>Every case is different. Past results do not predict a similar outcome, so we review your facts before discussing any value.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Common Questions About Facial Injury and Scarring Claims<\/h2>\n<p>Here are short answers to common questions about facial injury and scarring claims.<\/p><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a claim if my scar is small?<\/summary><p>The value of a claim depends on the injury, the medical record, and the facts of the crash. A consultation is the place to review them.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file?<\/summary><p>New Mexico generally allows three years for a personal injury lawsuit. Shorter rules can apply when a government entity is involved (<a href=\"https:\/\/storage.courtlistener.com\/pdf\/2017\/06\/19\/thompson_v._city_of_albuquerque_1.pdf\">Thompson v. City of Albuquerque<\/a>).<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I recover if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p>Yes, New Mexico reduces your damages by your share of fault but does not bar recovery for that reason alone.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I have to talk to the other driver&#8217;s insurer myself?<\/summary><p>You can talk with the firm before giving any recorded statement to an insurer.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/long-exposure-of-colorful-light-trails-streaking-down-a-city-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Long exposure of colorful light trails streaking down a downtown street at night.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With El Gringo Law About Your Facial Injury Claim<\/h2>\n<p>If a crash left you with facial injuries or scars, you don&#8217;t have to sort out the next steps alone. If you need a facial injuries scarring car accident lawyer, contact El Gringo Law by phone, through our <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact form<\/a>, or by starting a chat. Tell us what happened and how the injury has changed your face and daily life. Josh Wood, the responsible lawyer, and our team will go over your options with you.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>El Gringo Law is a personal injury law firm licensed to practice in New Mexico. The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Contact us directly to discuss the specific facts of your case. El Gringo Law, 1448 Bridge Blvd SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105, (505) 207-5000.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How we approach facial scarring cases<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your recovery comes first<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Facial injuries affect more than appearance. We take time to understand the physical, emotional and everyday impact of your scarring.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medical records matter<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Documenting treatment, follow-up care and any planned scar revision procedures helps show how the crash changed your life.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plain-language guidance<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team explains each step of the process in clear terms, so you know what to expect and when.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focused on car accident claims<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our practice includes car accidents, trucking accidents and catastrophic injuries. We bring that work to every case we take on.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Document your injuries early<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photograph visible injuries and keep every medical record, appointment note and receipt. Tell your doctor about all facial pain, numbness or scarring, even if it seems minor.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Start Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Start Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">What facial scarring claims can involve<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lacerations and glass injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Impact with a windshield, side window, airbag or debris can leave cuts that heal as visible scars.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Burn injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Burns from a crash fire, airbag deployment or hot fluids can cause lasting scarring on the face and neck.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ongoing treatment<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scar revision, dermatology visits and reconstructive procedures may be part of a long recovery.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emotional and daily impact<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Changes to your appearance can affect confidence, work and relationships. These effects can be part of the conversation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk with Josh Wood about your facial scarring claim<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+15052075000\">Call or Start a Chat for a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">Call or Start a Chat for a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/\">Catastrophic Injuries in New Mexico: Costs, Claims, and Your Next Steps | El Gringo Law<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/family-caregiver-compensation-catastrophic-injury-new-mexico\/\">Can a Family Member Be Paid for Caregiving After a Catastrophic Injury in New Mexico?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/get-medical-records-catastrophic-injury-new-mexico\/\">How to Get Medical Records After a Catastrophic Injury in New Mexico<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/guardian-before-settling-catastrophic-injury-claim-new-mexico\/\">Do I Need a Guardian Before Settling a Catastrophic Injury Claim in New Mexico?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/hit-and-run-catastrophic-injury-albuquerque\/\">Hit-and-Run Crash Injury Lawyer in Albuquerque | El Gringo Law<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/hours-of-service-truck-crash-lawyer-albuquerque\/\">Hours-of-Service Violation Trucking Accident Lawyer in Albuquerque<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Facial injuries or scarring after a car accident? 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