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Car accidents can have physically and emotionally traumatic consequences for survivors. You may find yourself in ample medical debt while trying to recover after your crash. Knowing who pays for medical bills after a car accident in Albuquerque can help you take on your legal case with confidence.
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How Courts in New Mexico Decide Who Pays Medical Bills After a Car Accident
Residents of Albuquerque commute on the “Big I” daily, driving across Interstate 25 and Interstate 40 to reach their destinations. These interstates see thousands of drivers every day. In 2024, there were 15,529 car crashes in Albuquerque. Of these accidents, 4,447 crashes led to an injury, with 6,428 people suffering an personal injury from a crash.
In Albuquerque, car accident cases are typically overseen by the Bernalillo County District Courthouse on Lomas Boulevard Northwest. During your case, the court relies on the evidence provided by all parties involved in the accident to decide who was at fault. The person who was responsible for the crash is responsible for paying the victim compensation.
Drivers can make small mistakes while on the road, and even a minor error may contribute to a car crash. This means that oftentimes, there isn’t just one person solely responsible for the accident. Even the victim’s actions are reviewed to determine fault.
The compensation awarded to the victim is reduced based on their personal percentage of fault. If they’re found to be 40% at fault for the accident, their final compensation is reduced by 40%.
After the judge makes their determination, the at-fault driver’s insurance company typically pays up to their policy limit, with any leftover compensation being paid from the driver’s own wallet.
Other Types of Compensation You Can Request After a Car Crash in Albuquerque
Before entering legal proceedings, you should hire a car accident lawyer to explain your rights and help calculate a compensation amount to request in your unique case. You can request compensation to help you recover money for:
- Past, present, and potential future medical bills, including surgeries, medications, physical and mental health therapy, and mobility aid devices
- The income you’ve lost as a result of your physical and emotional recovery process
- Damage to your car and other items, which may include your cell phone, clothing, bag, and laptop
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
It’s important to work alongside a lawyer to determine how much compensation to request from the at-fault driver. In New Mexico, there is typically no cap on the amount of compensation you can request during a civil case. The amount you request may not be awarded if it is deemed unrealistic or the court finds you were severely at fault for the crash.
Hire a Car Accident Lawyer You Can Trust
After going through the pain of a car accident, you shouldn’t have to navigate your legal case by yourself. Contact Berenson & Associates, PC today to schedule a private consultation at our Albuquerque office.
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