The Santa Fe Public School District, its board and school officials are listed on a lawsuit, alleging an on-campus drugging and rape in 2020. The lawsuit lists two Santa Fe school officials: Santa Fe High School principal Rachel Harris and school district superintendent Hilario Chavez.…
A former Santa Fe High student’s alleged attacker had a history of violence. Why didn’t the school district protect her? Editor’s note: The following story contains references to sexual assault. The pseudonym “Hannah” appears in this story to shield the identity of the victim and her…
The U.S. Forest Service apologized for starting Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire. But the agency’s lawyers say it still doesn’t owe anything to the family of victims killed in subsequent flooding. Despite the federal government’s repeated apologies and promises to “fully compensate” victims for the biggest…
Following a car accident that someone else caused, you may be wondering about average car accident settlements in New Mexico. Monetary compensation from the at-fault party can pay for your medical bills, damaged or totaled vehicle, and other costs that you incurred as a result…
Regina Suazo, 61, was blind and intellectually disabled. But she loved celebrating holidays, going out to lunch and trips to the thrift store. For 40 years, she had a very active and full life at a supportive living home in Albuquerque, said her brother Silas…
You may have seen billboards and TV ads boasting about multi-million-dollar settlements following a personal injury lawsuit settlement or jury award. Sometimes, these settlements make the news. During your consultation with your attorney, they can go over New Mexico personal injury settlement amount examples to…
All drivers in the state have a responsibility to operate their vehicles safely and attentively at all times, but many drivers are not fully aware of the dangers they can face while in their cars. Various agencies and organizations collect New Mexico car accident statistics…
Those harmed by others may have the right to take action and legal court. In New Mexico, statutes allow for personal injury lawsuits when one party hurts someone else. Wrongful death lawsuits are an important subset of basic personal injury lawsuits. A wrongful death lawsuit…
Many truck drivers focus on safety. They know that their vehicles can pose a risk on the road, and they know how important safety is for commercial drivers. This is why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) prohibits the use of handheld devices, for…
Recognizing whether a cut is infected is necessary for proper wound care. It also helps individuals who have been injured in this way to avoid serious complications. After all, some infections can be much worse than the initial injury that inspired them. It’s important for…
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