{"id":2019,"date":"2026-10-30T08:26:25","date_gmt":"2026-10-30T08:26:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/polytrauma-multiple-fractures-car-accident-lawyer-albuquerque\/"},"modified":"2026-11-04T01:17:51","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T01:17:51","slug":"polytrauma-multiple-fractures-car-accident-lawyer-albuquerque","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/polytrauma-multiple-fractures-car-accident-lawyer-albuquerque\/","title":{"rendered":"Albuquerque Multiple Fractures Car Accident Lawyer"},"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-2016\" alt=\"A technician in coveralls photographs a crumpled rear bumper and cracked tail light on a compact sedan in a body shop bay.\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-3.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-3-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-3-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-3-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-3-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-3.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 Injury Claims | Albuquerque, 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)\">Hurt in an Albuquerque Crash With Multiple Fractures?<\/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)\">El Gringo Law focuses on car accident claims, including serious injuries like multiple fractures. Your first 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\">Start Your 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\/\">Start Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\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\">Why Injured Drivers and Passengers Contact Our Firm<\/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--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focused on Serious Injury Cases<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our firm concentrates on car accidents and catastrophic injuries, including broken bones that need surgery, long recoveries, and ongoing treatment.<\/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--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Free, Confidential First Consultation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk with us about what happened and what you are facing. The conversation is free, private, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/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\">Our Lawyers and Team<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team works with you to keep track of medical records, insurance communication, and paperwork while you focus on healing.<\/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\">Responsible Lawyer<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Josh Wood is responsible for this page&#x27;s content. He is licensed in New Mexico and Arizona.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/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\n<p>If a crash left you with more than one broken bone, you&#8217;re facing a serious injury and a harder claim. A multiple fractures car accident lawyer Albuquerque residents can call can explain how these claims work in New Mexico. This page covers the injuries, the losses a claim can include, who may be responsible, and what the first consultation looks like at El Gringo Law.<\/p>\n<h2>What Multiple Fractures and Polytrauma Mean After a Car Accident<\/h2>\n<p>Multiple fractures means two or more broken bones from one event. Polytrauma means serious injuries to more than one part of the body from that same event.<\/p>\n<p>Doctors use the term polytrauma when one crash hurts several body systems at once. Bones, organs, and nerves can all be affected.<\/p>\n<p>High-speed crashes, rollovers, side-impact collisions, and crashes with large commercial trucks often cause this kind of harm. The force of impact can break several bones at once.<\/p>\n<p>This page is for drivers, passengers, and family members of someone hurt in a New Mexico car accident. It&#8217;s written for people with more than one fracture or a multi-system injury.<\/p>\n<p>We serve clients in Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, Rio Rancho, Sandoval County, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, Taos, and Farmington. For a wider view of serious crash injuries, read our <a href=\"\/resources\/catastrophic-injuries-new-mexico\/\">catastrophic injury claims<\/a> page.<\/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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your crash left you with several broken bones, you don&#x27;t have to sort out the medical and insurance questions alone. Our lawyers and team can talk through your options with you. 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\/city-street-with-a-pedestrian-crossing-signal-button-and-urb-photo.jpg\" alt=\"City street with a pedestrian crossing signal button and urban surroundings.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Injuries and Losses a Multiple-Fracture Claim Can Include<\/h2>\n<p>A multiple-fracture claim can include medical costs, lost income, and the daily effects of your injuries. The losses in your case depend on your injuries and the records that document them.<\/p>\n<p>Common fracture patterns in crash cases include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Femur and pelvis fractures<\/li>\n<li>Rib fractures and a broken breastbone<\/li>\n<li>Spinal compression fractures<\/li>\n<li>Arm and leg fractures that need surgery, plates, or rods<\/li>\n<li>Skull and facial fractures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Damages in these cases often fall into several groups:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Past and future medical care, including surgery and rehabilitation<\/li>\n<li>Lost income and reduced ability to earn<\/li>\n<li>Pain and suffering<\/li>\n<li>The cost of help at home while you recover<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Medical records matter. Imaging, emergency room notes, surgeon notes, follow-up visits, and therapy notes tell the story of your injuries. Keep every appointment and follow your providers&#8217; advice. Gaps in treatment can give an insurer a reason to question the injury.<\/p>\n<p>Your medical care comes first. Talk with your treating doctors before you think about a claim.<\/p>\n<p>The value of any claim depends on the facts of the crash, the injuries, and the medical evidence. No website can predict an amount.<\/p>\n<h2>Who May Be Responsible and How New Mexico Fault Rules Work<\/h2>\n<p>More than one person or company can share responsibility for a crash. New Mexico compares each party&#8217;s share of fault.<\/p>\n<p>A negligence claim generally needs a duty owed to you, a breach of that duty measured by reasonable care, and a breach that was a proximate cause of your damages (<a href=\"https:\/\/static.case.law\/nm\/134\/html\/0043-01.html\">Herrera v. Quality Pontiac<\/a>). A proximate cause produces the injury in a natural and continuous sequence. It need not be the only cause.<\/p>\n<p>Possible responsible parties include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The at-fault driver<\/li>\n<li>A commercial truck driver or trucking company, when a commercial vehicle was involved<\/li>\n<li>A vehicle owner who lent the vehicle to a driver it knew or should have known was incompetent (<a href=\"https:\/\/static.case.law\/nm\/112\/html\/0112-01.html\">negligent entrustment<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>New Mexico uses comparative negligence, which means shared fault. Under the <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmra-unanno\/en\/item\/18483\/index.do\">UJI 13-2218 NMRA<\/a> jury instruction, the total damages are figured first. Then the injured person&#8217;s percentage of negligence reduces that total. If you were partly at fault, your share lowers the damages.<\/p>\n<p>Filing deadlines can be short. Claims against government entities can follow different rules. Ask about your deadline early.<\/p>\n<p>An insurance adjuster may ask for a recorded statement soon after the crash. Learn what to know before a recorded statement before you answer. Bring your crash report, insurance information, and hospital discharge papers to any conversation about your claim.<\/p>\n<h2>How a Multi-Fracture Case Moves From First Call to Resolution<\/h2>\n<p>A multi-fracture case usually moves through five stages. Each stage builds on the one before it.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Intake.<\/strong> You describe the crash, your injuries, and your treatment. That helps identify who may be responsible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> The crash report, witness information, photos, vehicle data where available, and medical bills are gathered.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documentation.<\/strong> Medical records are requested. Treatment, future care needs, and missed work are tracked.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation.<\/strong> The documented claim goes to the insurer, and the team responds to the insurer&#8217;s position.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lawsuit, if needed.<\/strong> If negotiation does not resolve the claim, a lawsuit may be filed in a New Mexico court. Many claims resolve without a trial.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>In trucking cases, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/current\/title-49\/subtitle-B\/chapter-III\/subchapter-B\/part-395\/subpart-A\/section-395.3\">federal hours-of-service rules<\/a> limit how long commercial drivers may drive before rest. Driving records can matter.<\/p>\n<p>A multi-fracture case often takes longer than a minor injury claim. Treatment can run for months, and the timing tracks that care.<\/p>\n<h2>Fees, Costs, and the Free First Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>The first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue (Spanish: consulta inicial gratuita, confidencial y sin compromiso).<\/p>\n<p>Use that conversation to cover the facts. Describe the crash, your injuries, and the treatment you&#8217;ve had. Share any letters you&#8217;ve received from insurers.<\/p>\n<p>Bring your questions too. Ask who will handle your file, how you&#8217;ll get updates, and what the next steps look like.<\/p>\n<p>Keep your records in one folder before you meet. Include the crash report, medical discharge papers, insurance letters, and bills. Organized papers help the conversation move faster.<\/p>\n<p>Ask for the written fee agreement and read it before you sign anything. Take the time you need to understand every term.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Contact El Gringo Law for a Multi-Fracture Car Accident Claim<\/h2>\n<p>El Gringo Law represents car accident victims and their families in New Mexico. Josh Wood is the responsible lawyer for this page, and he is licensed in New Mexico and Arizona.<\/p>\n<p>Our lawyers and team work with clients from the first call through each stage of the claim. We handle car accidents, trucking accidents, catastrophic injuries, spinal cord injuries, burn injuries, and wrongful death claims.<\/p>\n<p>Many multi-fracture cases overlap with other serious injury claims. If your crash also affected your vision, tell us about it during your free, confidential initial consultation, which carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<p>Our approach is plain talk about your options. The name El Gringo Law stands for a lawyer who speaks plainly and works for you.<\/p>\n<p>Contact details for the responsible lawyer are on our <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/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>Frequently Asked Questions About Multiple Fracture Car Accident Claims<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I have to go to court after a multiple-fracture crash?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many claims resolve without a trial. A lawsuit may be needed if negotiation does not resolve the claim.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if I was partly at fault for the crash?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New Mexico uses comparative negligence. Your share of fault reduces the damages a jury awards.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a claim move forward while I&#8217;m still in treatment?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A claim can be discussed while treatment continues. Your medical records will still matter.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a family member bring a claim?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New Mexico recognizes loss of consortium claims for someone in a sufficiently close relationship to the injured person. That claim belongs to the family member, not the injured person (<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>Who will I talk with?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Josh Wood is the responsible lawyer for this page. Our team works with you on everyday questions.<\/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-night-traffic-leaving-glowing-light-trails-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Long exposure of night traffic leaving glowing light trails through a city street.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With El Gringo Law About Your Multiple Fractures<\/h2>\n<p>If your crash left you with several broken bones, a spinal fracture, or an injury still in treatment, the next step is a conversation about your options.<\/p>\n<p>Reach out by phone, through our <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact form<\/a>, or by starting a chat on our site.<\/p>\n<p>Responsible lawyer: Josh Wood, El Gringo Law, licensed in New Mexico and Arizona. Contact details are at https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/contact\/.<\/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 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\">Steps That Can Help After a Multiple-Fracture Crash<\/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\">Get Medical Care First<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fractures can hide other injuries. Keep every appointment, follow your providers&#x27; instructions, and save your discharge papers and bills.<\/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\">Keep Records of the Crash<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Write down the date, location, and what you remember. Save photos, the police report number, and contact details for any witnesses.<\/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\">Track Your Losses<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep a simple journal of pain, missed work, and daily tasks you can no longer do. These details help show how the injury affects your life.<\/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\">Talk With Us Before You Decide<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call or send a message to start your free, confidential consultation. We will explain what we can review and what options may be available.<\/p><\/div><\/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\">Careful With Insurance Calls<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance adjusters may contact you quickly and ask for a recorded statement. 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