{"id":2982,"date":"2026-11-02T02:48:28","date_gmt":"2026-11-02T02:48:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/car-accidents-new-mexico\/car-accidents-law-firm-bernalillo-county\/"},"modified":"2026-11-10T09:35:52","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T09:35:52","slug":"car-accidents-law-firm-bernalillo-county","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/car-accidents-new-mexico\/car-accidents-law-firm-bernalillo-county\/","title":{"rendered":"Car Accidents Law Firm Bernalillo County, NM | 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-2980\" 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\/11\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-2.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-2-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-2-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-2-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-technician-in-coveralls-photographs-a-crumpled-rear-bumper-photo-2.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 Claims | Bernalillo County, NM<\/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 a Car Accident in Bernalillo County? Talk to Our Team<\/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 represents people injured by careless drivers and families who have lost someone in a crash. 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\">Call or 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\/\">Call or Start Your 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 November 1, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n<h2>Car Accidents Law Firm Bernalillo County, NM<\/h2>\n<p>El Gringo Law handles car accident claims for people hurt in Bernalillo County. If another driver&#8217;s negligence hurt you or someone you love, you may have a personal injury claim. New Mexico law sets time limits and fault rules that shape that claim. This guide explains them in plain words.<\/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 a crash left you hurt, with medical care ahead and insurance calls coming in, our team can review your situation in a free, confidential first consultation. 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 close-up of a green traffic light against a clear blue sky.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Who a Bernalillo County Car Accident Claim Is For<\/h2>\n<p>A car accident claim is for people hurt because another driver was careless, and for families when a crash causes a death.<\/p>\n<p>Families of someone killed in a crash may have a claim too. When a person&#8217;s death is caused by the wrongful act, neglect or default of another, and that act would, if death had not ensued, have entitled the injured party to maintain an action and recover damages, the person or corporation that would have been liable had death not ensued can be sued for damages, notwithstanding the death of the person injured (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18541\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 41-2-1<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Claims that arise in Albuquerque and the rest of Bernalillo County follow New Mexico law. Readers in Sandoval County, Taos, and Farmington can start with our <a href=\"\/resources\/car-accidents-new-mexico\/\">statewide car accident overview<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Types of Crashes We Handle<\/h2>\n<p>Our car accidents law firm work covers crashes where another driver&#8217;s careless or unlawful conduct caused the injury. These crashes range from busy city intersections to commercial truck collisions. Common examples include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rear-end and intersection collisions,<\/strong> including left-turn and red-light crashes on busy streets.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Impaired-driver crashes.<\/strong> New Mexico law makes it unlawful for a person who is under the influence of intoxicating liquor to drive a vehicle within this state (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18569\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 66-8-102<\/a>). For this scenario, see our Albuquerque drunk driver crash page.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Commercial truck crashes.<\/strong> These can involve more parties and more insurance layers. Federal hours-of-service rules limit driving time for property-carrying commercial drivers: a driver may drive a total of 11 hours during the 14-hour period that follows coming on duty after 10 consecutive hours off duty (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/on\/2026-10-06\/title-49\/section-395.3\">49 CFR \u00a7 395.3<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hit-and-run crashes.<\/strong> New Mexico law requires the driver of any vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to or death of any person to immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18569\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 66-7-201<\/a>). Hit-and-run crashes can also raise coverage questions, covered in the FAQ below.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What a Car Accident Claim Can Include<\/h2>\n<p>Common items include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical costs:<\/strong> emergency care, hospital stays, surgery, imaging, physical therapy, and future care the injury requires.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost income:<\/strong> wages missed during recovery, and any lower earning ability from lasting injuries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Property losses:<\/strong> vehicle repair or replacement, rental costs, and transportation costs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain and daily life losses:<\/strong> pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. Each claim is valued on its own facts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wrongful death damages:<\/strong> the jury may take into consideration the pecuniary injury resulting from the death to the surviving party entitled to the judgment (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18541\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 41-2-3<\/a>). The personal representative of the deceased person brings the action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How the Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>The process starts with a first consultation. It then moves through evidence, insurance talks, a written demand, and negotiation. If talks do not settle the claim, a lawsuit may follow.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>First consultation.<\/strong> A lawyer reviews the crash facts, your injuries, and your insurance information, then explains your options.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence gathering.<\/strong> We collect the police report, photos, medical records, witness names, and vehicle damage records.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insurance contact.<\/strong> We handle calls with adjusters, so you can focus on treatment and recovery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The demand.<\/strong> We document injuries, treatment, lost income, and who was at fault.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiation or lawsuit.<\/strong> We negotiate with the insurer. If talks fail, a lawsuit may be filed in the proper New Mexico court.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Timing varies with the injuries, the insurers involved, and whether a lawsuit is needed. Common mistakes that slow claims include skipping medical care, posting about the crash online, and giving recorded statements before reviewing the facts.<\/p>\n<h2>New Mexico Deadlines and Fault Rules<\/h2>\n<p>New Mexico law generally gives three years to sue for an injury to a person. An injured person&#8217;s own share of fault reduces damages, but it does not automatically end the claim.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Time limit.<\/strong> For an injury to the person or reputation of any person, the statute sets a three-year period (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18537\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 37-1-8<\/a>). Other rules and exceptions may affect how this period applies to a specific case, so contacting El Gringo Law early is the way to learn how it applies to yours. Waiting uses up that time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shared fault.<\/strong> New Mexico adopted comparative negligence (shared fault) in <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmra-unanno\/en\/item\/18483\/index.do\">Scott v. Rizzo<\/a> in 1981.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Each defendant&#8217;s share.<\/strong> In causes of action to which several liability applies, a defendant who establishes that another&#8217;s fault is a proximate cause of a plaintiff&#8217;s injury is liable only for the portion of the total damages equal to the ratio of its fault to the total fault attributed to all persons (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18541\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 41-3A-1<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cause.<\/strong> The crash must be a proximate cause (a cause in a natural, continuous sequence) of the injury. It need not be the only cause (<a href=\"https:\/\/static.case.law\/nm\/134\/html\/0043-01.html\">Herrera v. Quality Pontiac<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Police notice.<\/strong> A driver involved in an accident resulting in bodily injury to or death of any person, or property damage to an apparent extent of $500 or more, must immediately give notice of the accident by the quickest means of communication, to the police department if the accident occurs within a municipality, otherwise to the county sheriff or the New Mexico state police (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18569\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 66-7-206<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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 handles the car accident, trucking, and wrongful death matters described on this page. Our team keeps the advice plain and tied to the official text.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Responsible lawyer.<\/strong> Josh Wood is the responsible lawyer for this page. He is licensed in New Mexico and Arizona.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Our team.<\/strong> Our team includes support staff who help with evidence, records, and insurance communication.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cost structure.<\/strong> Our first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plain explanations.<\/strong> Each New Mexico rule on this page links to its source, so you can read the official wording yourself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Questions People Ask About Car Accident Claims in Bernalillo County<\/h2>\n<p>Most questions come down to insurance calls, steps after a crash, and whether a case goes to court. Short answers follow.<\/p>\n<h3>Do I need to talk to the other driver&#8217;s insurance adjuster?<\/h3>\n<p>Adjusters work for the insurance company, not for you. A lawyer can handle those calls while you focus on treatment.<\/p>\n<h3>What should I do right after a crash?<\/h3>\n<p>Get medical care, report the crash to police as New Mexico law requires, and keep every treatment record and bill.<\/p>\n<h3>Will my case go to trial?<\/h3>\n<p>Many claims settle before a lawsuit, and some go to court, depending on the facts.<\/p>\n<h3>What if the other driver was uninsured?<\/h3>\n<p>Auto liability policies delivered or issued for delivery in New Mexico must provide uninsured motorist coverage for motor vehicles registered or principally garaged in New Mexico unless the named insured rejects it, and that uninsured motorist coverage must include underinsured motorist coverage (<a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18569\/index.do\">NMSA \u00a7 66-5-301<\/a>). <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18569\/index.do\">NMSA 1978, \u00a7 66-5-301<\/a> reads: &#8220;unless coverage is provided therein or supplemental thereto in minimum limits for bodily injury or death and for injury to or destruction of property as set forth in Section 66-5-215 NMSA 1978 and such higher limits as may be desired by the insured, but up to the limits of liability specified in bodily injury and property damage liability provisions of the insured&#8217;s policy, for the protection of persons insured thereunder who are legally entitled to recover damages from owners or operators of uninsured motor vehicles because of bodily injury, sickness or disease, including death, and for injury to or destruction of property resulting therefrom, according to the rules and regulations promulga.&#8221; A lawyer can review which coverage may apply to your crash.<\/p>\n<h3>What happens at the first consultation?<\/h3>\n<p>A lawyer reviews your crash facts, injuries, and insurance information. Then the lawyer explains your options in plain words.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/red-traffic-light-in-front-of-a-modern-glass-building-in-a-c-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Red traffic light in front of a modern glass building in a city street.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With the Lawyer Responsible for This Page<\/h2>\n<p>If a crash left you hurt, with treatment ahead and insurance calls coming in, talk with Josh Wood now. Reach our team through the <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact page at elgringolaw.com<\/a> to submit a contact form or start a chat.<\/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 Work With Car Accident Clients<\/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--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clients Come First<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team focuses on car accident claims and keeps you informed at every step, so you always know where your case stands.<\/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--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Years of Focused Practice<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our lawyers have concentrated on personal injury matters, including car accident claims, for the New Mexico communities we serve.<\/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\">Advancing Case Costs<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We can advance court costs and litigation expenses, which are repaid only from a recovery.<\/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\">Plain-Language Answers<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain your options clearly, without legal jargon, so you can make informed decisions about your claim.<\/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\">Before You Talk to the Insurance Company<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance adjusters may contact you soon after a crash. Before you give a recorded statement or sign anything from an insurer, consider speaking with a lawyer first.<\/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\">Who We Help After a 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\">Drivers and Passengers<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If another driver&#x27;s negligence caused your injuries, our team can review what happened and explain your options.<\/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\">Families After a Fatal Crash<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a crash causes a death, our wrongful death team works with surviving family members to understand their claim.<\/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\">Serious and Catastrophic Injuries<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spinal cord injuries, amputations, burns, and other life-changing injuries often require careful case planning. We take the time to understand the full impact on 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\">Crashes Involving Commercial Trucks<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Collisions with large trucks can involve additional parties and records. 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