{"id":7107,"date":"2026-11-09T15:45:09","date_gmt":"2026-11-09T15:45:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer-new-mexico\/spinal-cord-injury-car-accident-lawyer-rio-rancho\/"},"modified":"2026-11-14T08:28:53","modified_gmt":"2026-11-14T08:28:53","slug":"spinal-cord-injury-car-accident-lawyer-rio-rancho","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer-new-mexico\/spinal-cord-injury-car-accident-lawyer-rio-rancho\/","title":{"rendered":"Spinal Cord Injury Car Accident Lawyer, Rio Rancho NM"},"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-7106\" alt=\"Dented motorcycle roll bar, scuffed helmet, and torn jacket in labeled evidence bins beside a crash diagram on a tablet.\" src=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/dented-motorcycle-roll-bar-scuffed-helmet-and-torn-jacket-in-photo-22.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/dented-motorcycle-roll-bar-scuffed-helmet-and-torn-jacket-in-photo-22-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/dented-motorcycle-roll-bar-scuffed-helmet-and-torn-jacket-in-photo-22-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/dented-motorcycle-roll-bar-scuffed-helmet-and-torn-jacket-in-photo-22-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/dented-motorcycle-roll-bar-scuffed-helmet-and-torn-jacket-in-photo-22-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/dented-motorcycle-roll-bar-scuffed-helmet-and-torn-jacket-in-photo-22.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)\">Spinal cord injury car accidents | Rio Rancho, 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 Rio Rancho Car Crash? Our Team Focuses on Spinal Cord Injury Claims<\/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)\">A serious spinal injury changes how you work, move and plan for the future. El Gringo Law can talk through what happened, and you can decide what comes next from there.<\/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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Josh Wood \u00b7 Published November 9, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A car accident spinal cord injury lawyer works to document the injury, identify everyone who may share fault, and track the deadlines that apply. That work matters because a spinal cord injury often changes medical care, work, and family life. El Gringo Law is based in Albuquerque and represents people hurt in car crashes across New Mexico, including Rio Rancho and Sandoval County. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Spinal Cord Injury Car Accident Claim Involves<\/h2>\n<p>A spinal cord injury claim seeks money for harm that another driver&#8217;s negligence caused. A car accident spinal cord injury lawyer in Rio Rancho looks at whether the crash and the injury are linked. Generally, a negligence claim requires proof that the other driver owed a duty of reasonable care, breached it, and caused the harm (<a href=\"https:\/\/static.case.law\/nm\/134\/html\/0043-01.html\">Herrera v. Quality Pontiac<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>The spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that carries signals between the brain and the body. It has three layers of protective tissue, and cerebrospinal fluid surrounds it as a cushion against shock. Where the damage sits matters. Nerves higher in the neck help control the diaphragm, so injuries there can interfere with breathing (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ninds.nih.gov\/health-information\/disorders\/spinal-cord-injury\">NINDS spinal cord injury guide<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Doctors describe these injuries as complete or incomplete, and as paraplegia or tetraplegia (also called quadriplegia). The label depends on where the injury sits and how much function is lost (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ninds.nih.gov\/health-information\/disorders\/spinal-cord-injury\">NINDS spinal cord injury guide<\/a>). Crashes at highway speed, rollovers, and ejection from a vehicle can all injure the spine. That is true whether the crash happens in Rio Rancho or elsewhere in Sandoval County.<\/p>\n<p>This page is written for the injured driver or passenger, and for family members making decisions for someone who cannot. For the broader overview, see our <a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer-new-mexico\/\">New Mexico spinal cord injury overview<\/a>.<\/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\/10\/a-close-up-of-a-young-girl-s-bandaged-leg-resting-in-a-wheel-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a young girl&#x27;s bandaged leg while she sits in a wheelchair.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>What a Claim Can Cover<\/h2>\n<p>A claim can seek compensation for losses the injury causes now and later. Categories may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Past and future medical care<\/li>\n<li>Rehabilitation<\/li>\n<li>Assistive equipment, such as wheelchairs<\/li>\n<li>Home and vehicle modifications<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages and reduced earning capacity<\/li>\n<li>Pain and suffering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In practice, future needs are shown through medical records and opinions from treating providers. A spouse or close family member may have a separate loss of consortium claim.<\/p>\n<p>New Mexico juries compare fault. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmra-unanno\/en\/item\/18483\/index.do\">UJI 13-2218 NMRA<\/a>, damages are reduced by the injured person&#8217;s percentage of fault. Partial fault can lower a claim, but it does not automatically end it.<\/p>\n<p>When more than one party is at fault, <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18541\/index.do\">NMSA 1978, \u00a7 41-3A-1<\/a> generally limits each defendant to its own share. Finding every at-fault party matters for that reason. Evidence supports each category, including the police report, scene photos, vehicle data, and medical records. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/static.case.law\/nm\/127\/html\/0729-01.html\">Torres v. El Paso Electric Co.<\/a>, intentional destruction of evidence can create its own liability. Keep the vehicle and your records intact.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>The process starts with a conversation. It then moves through investigation, presenting the claim, and either settlement or a lawsuit.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Contact us.<\/strong> Call, start a chat, or send the contact form. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Review the facts.<\/strong> We go over the crash, your injuries, your treatment, and any insurance contacts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigate and document.<\/strong> We gather the police report, scene evidence, and records, and work with treating providers on the injury.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Present the claim.<\/strong> We present the claim to the at-fault party&#8217;s insurer. If needed, we file suit to protect deadlines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Negotiate or litigate.<\/strong> The timeline follows your medical picture and the facts of the case, so it varies from case to case.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The firm advances court costs and litigation expenses. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue, so you can ask how fees and costs would work in your case before you decide anything.<\/p>\n<h2>How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Claim in Sandoval County?<\/h2>\n<p>For a personal injury claim in New Mexico, the general deadline is three years. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18537\/index.do\">NMSA 1978, \u00a7 37-1-8<\/a>, actions for injury to a person must be brought within three years. Vehicle damage follows a different clock. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18537\/index.do\">NMSA 1978, \u00a7 37-1-4<\/a>, actions for injury to property generally must be brought within four years.<\/p>\n<p>Shorter rules apply if a city, county, or state entity is involved, such as a government vehicle or a road defect. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18541\/index.do\">NMSA 1978, \u00a7 41-4-16<\/a>, a written notice of the time, place, and circumstances generally must be presented within ninety days. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18541\/index.do\">NMSA 1978, \u00a7 41-4-15<\/a>, suits against a government entity or public employee generally must start within two years. <a href=\"https:\/\/nmonesource.com\/nmos\/nmsa-unanno\/en\/item\/18541\/index.do\">NMSA 1978, \u00a7 41-4-15<\/a> reads: &#8220;Actions against a governmental entity or a public employee for torts shall be forever barred, unless such action is commenced within two years after the date of occurrence resulting in loss, injury or death, except that a minor under the full age of seven years shall have until his ninth birthday in which to file.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Spinal cord cases involve many medical steps, so calling early helps protect evidence and deadlines. The exact dates for your crash depend on the facts, and our team can review them with you.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Work With El Gringo Law<\/h2>\n<p>El Gringo Law is a New Mexico injury firm based in Albuquerque. Josh Wood is the lawyer responsible for this page, and he is licensed in New Mexico and Arizona. Our team, including support staff, answers questions and helps gather the records a claim needs.<\/p>\n<p>The firm handles car accidents, trucking accidents, catastrophic injuries, spinal cord injuries, and related injury claims. We represent people hurt in Rio Rancho, Sandoval County, Bernalillo County, and other New Mexico communities.<\/p>\n<p>You can reach us at our Albuquerque office, through our website at elgringolaw.com, or on our <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Common Questions About Spinal Cord Injury Car Accident Claims<\/h2>\n<p>These answers cover fault, timing, insurance, and the first consultation.<\/p><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I still file if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. New Mexico reduces damages by your percentage of fault, so partial fault may lower a claim but does not automatically end it.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need to wait until treatment ends?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. The free first consultation can happen while treatment continues.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the insurer calls me?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speak with our team before giving a recorded statement or signing anything.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will the first consultation obligate me?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. It is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/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\/a-woman-in-a-wheelchair-boards-an-accessibility-van-via-a-li-photo-2.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a wheelchair boarding an accessibility van via a lift, assisted by a driver.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With Our Team About Your Rio Rancho Crash<\/h2>\n<p>If a crash in Rio Rancho or Sandoval County left you or a loved one with a spinal cord injury, you may have a claim worth reviewing. Our team can talk through the medical care, insurance contacts, and deadlines in front of you. Call, start a chat, or use the <a href=\"https:\/\/elgringolaw.com\/en\/contact-us\/\">contact form<\/a> to book your free, confidential first consultation.<\/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\">What to expect when you contact El Gringo Law<\/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--check\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free first consultation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first consultation is free, confidential and comes with 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--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A responsible lawyer you can reach<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Josh Wood, licensed in New Mexico and Arizona, is the responsible lawyer for this page and answers for its content.<\/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\">Your treatment comes first<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can reach out while your medical care is still ongoing. You do not need to wait for treatment to end.<\/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--phone\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reach us your way<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call, send a message through the contact form or start a chat. Our team will respond to the request you make.<\/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 with the insurance company<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An insurance adjuster may call you soon after a crash. Before you give a recorded statement or sign anything, consider speaking with a lawyer first. Keep your medical records and the names of everyone involved.<\/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\">Talk with our team for free<\/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\/\">Talk with our team for free<\/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\">Topics we can review with you<\/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\">Medical care and rehabilitation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spinal cord injuries often require emergency care, surgery, therapy and long-term follow-up. We can help you organize those records.<\/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\">Lost income and work limits<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A spinal injury can affect your job, your schedule and your earning ability. We can review what you have lost and what you may face.<\/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\">Daily life and home changes<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mobility equipment, home modifications and personal care can change your daily routine. We can help you describe those needs clearly.<\/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\">Questions for your family<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spouses, children and caregivers often carry much of the load. We can explain how a claim may affect the people who depend on you.<\/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 El Gringo Law about your spinal cord injury car accident in Rio Rancho<\/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\">Start your free, confidential 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, confidential 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\/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer-new-mexico\/spinal-cord-injury-premises-liability-albuquerque\/\">Spinal Cord Injury from a Fall or Unsafe Property in Albuquerque<\/a><\/li><li>Wrongful Death Truck Accident Attorney<\/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\/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer-new-mexico\/spinal-cord-injury-claim-before-maximum-medical-improvement-new-mexico\/\">When Can a Spinal Cord Injury Claim Be Valued in New Mexico? | El Gringo Law<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer-new-mexico\/spinal-cord-injury-claims-albuquerque-imaging-records-evidence\/\">Why Spinal Cord Injury Claims in Albuquerque Depend on Early Medical Imaging and Records<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer-new-mexico\/spinal-cord-injury-construction-site-fall-albuquerque-liability\/\">Spinal Cord Injury from a Construction Site or Unsafe Property Fall in Albuquerque: Who Is Responsible<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer-new-mexico\/spinal-cord-injury-damages-bernalillo-county\/\">Spinal Cord Injury and Disability Claims in Bernalillo County: How Damages Are Calculated<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/resources\/spinal-cord-injury-lawyer-new-mexico\/spinal-cord-injury-drunk-driver-crash-lawyer-albuquerque\/\">Drunk Driver Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer in Albuquerque<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spinal cord injury from a Rio Rancho car crash? 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