Important Information About a Wrongful Death After a New Mexico 18 Wheeler Wreck
A New Mexico 18 wheeler wreck is likely to cause a wrongful death, especially on fast-moving highways and interstates like I-40, I-25, and I-10. This is because of the fast speed and heavy weight of a tractor trailer which turn these vehicles into deadly battering rams. If a big rig crash causes the wrongful death of an occupant of another vehicle, under New Mexico statute 41-2-1, the trucking company and truck driver may be liable for the damages resulting in the personal injuries and wrongful death. This ensures that a victim’s rights are protected.
This also ensure that a family’s rights and interests are protected. Under New Mexico Statute 41-2-2, the estate of the person who was wrongfully killed may commence a wrongful death action. This allows the family, usually a surviving spouse, child, or parent, to bring a wrongful death action against the negligent truck driver or trucking company. The purpose is to protect the family’s rights to compensation for their loss of the loved one’s income, compassion, society, assistance around the house for the family unit, and consortium. The purpose can also be to hold the accountable parties liable for the negligent actions. In rare instances, a tortfeasor could be punished with punitive damages to deter future conduct.
Here at the NM Truck Accident Attorneys, our compassionate personal injury team will work with you and your family regarding the loss of a loved one. Our experienced Albuquerque trucking accident lawyer will work with accident reconstruction experts and medical experts to prove liability and damages to a court and jury to ensure a victim’s family gets the compensation they deserve after a New Mexico fatal trucking accident. Learn more at a FREE appointment by dialing (505) 308-1556. Do not delay, because New Mexico law only allows a wrongful death claim to be commenced within 3 years after the date of the wrongful death.
What Types of New Mexico 18 Wheeler Wrecks Cause Wrongful Deaths?
There are many possible causes of New Mexico wrongful deaths caused by tractor trailers. Many of these possible causes can result in significant pain and suffering before the wrongful death. Some examples of common box truck crashes which result in the wrongful death of a victim include the following:
- Undercarriage accidents;
- Rollover crashes;
- Trailer flip-overs;
- Crushing accidents;
- High speed collisions;
- Interstate crashes;
- Cargo falling off of tractor trailers;
- Rear end trucking crashes;
- T-bone truck crashes; and
- Many other types.
Call the NM Truck Accident Attorneys if You Lost a Loved One in a New Mexico 18 Wheeler Wreck
If a loved one has been wrongfully killed after a New Mexico 18 wheeler wreck, please call our Albuquerque trucking accident lawyer to learn how we can help. We handle cases throughout New Mexico, including in Lordsburg, Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Santa Fe, Roswell, or anywhere else. Call the NM Truck Accident Attorneys by dialing (505) 308-1556 to learn how we can help. You can also contact us on our website through the easy to use and convenient Contact box located by clicking here.
