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Divorce mediation isn’t for everyone: Is it right for you?
You’ve probably heard a lot about the advantages of settling divorce through mediation rather than through the court. A mediated divorce can take less time and money than one where each spouse and their attorneys negotiate their various agreements, which need to be approved by…
Meeting the burden of proof for a wrongful death claim
The courts offer people multiple ways to pursue justice after the death of a loved one. Under New Mexico state law, when an individual or business causes the death of a person through negligence, default or misconduct, surviving family members can sometimes bring a lawsuit…
Proving fault in a New Mexico wrongful death claim
Like in any personal injury lawsuit, when it comes to a wrongful death case, the burden is on the plaintiff to prove that the defendant caused the deceased’s fatal injuries. Understanding burden of proof One thing to know about the burden of proof in wrongful…
Lending someone your car? You could be on the hook for a wreck
Maybe it’s your brother asking and he is really in a bad spot. Perhaps your best friend needs a favor. But you’re still a bit hesitant about loaning your car to anyone. The person asking to borrow your vehicle reminds you that they have a…
A spinal cord injury could max out a driver’s insurance policy
Spinal cord injuries are some of the most severe and life-altering injuries a person could suffer in a car crash. These possibly debilitating injuries come in many forms. A spinal cord injury might results in paraplegia if it occurs lower in the back or tetraplegia…
Does your car’s age affect your safety on the road?
Some people believe that older cars are more reliable, and thus, are better options than the newer ones that are on the roads today. What they might not realize is that older cars are associated with more fatalities than newer cars, according to data from…
Staying safe when you drive at night in New Mexico
Driving at night presents its own unique set of challenges and hazards. It’s a whole different ballgame from daytime driving. Everything is harder to distinguish – other vehicles, pedestrians, bicyclists, road markings and street signs. It’s almost as if you have to cultivate a separate…
What is the most dangerous type of distracted driving?
There are many behaviors that constitute distracted driving, from eating and applying makeup to attending to a child in the backseat. While all of these behaviors are dangerous, one form of distracted driving rises to the top: Texting while driving. Why is texting so dangerous?…
Attorney Kyle Harwood appointed to New Mexico Legal Specialization Commission
Attorney Kyle Harwood has been appointed to the State Bar of New Mexico’s newly formed Legal Specialization Commission. The group is tasked with leading and developing the new Legal Specialization Program in New Mexico. Legal specialization is intended to help legal consumers and legal professionals…
Improving your mental health after a car accident
Being in a car accident can have a huge impact on both your mental and physical health. The physical injuries can stay with you for many months, impacting your ability to work, be independent and simply enjoy life without being in constant pain. All of…
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