Wrongful Death

We have gone over all sorts of different ways in which people pass away in wrongful death cases. Sadly, some are particularly upsetting, such as the loss of a mother or her child during the delivery process. Losing a loved one is never easy, but it can be even more...

People suffer at the hands of medical professionals in many ways and we have discussed a lot of them on this blog. From surgical errors to mistakes involving prescriptions, patients are seriously hurt and even lose their lives far too often because of this serious...

If you have recently suffered the loss of a loved one because of the careless or reckless actions of another person, you may be wondering how a New Mexico court would determine how much to award you. Of course, no amount of money can make up for the loss. However,...

After losing a loved one in New Mexico due to a medical error, you may be struggling to take care of the end-of-life responsibilities such as arranging the funeral and settling the estate. Even if you know someone else should be held liable for the loss, it may seem...

When patients prepare for a surgical operation, there are a number of potential risks that may lie ahead, some of which are impossible to prevent. Tragically, there are also many mistakes that can occur as a direct result of a medical professional's carelessness. In...

Pulmonary embolism, a complication of the condition of deep vein thrombosis, results from a blood clot forming in one part of the body and then traveling in the blood stream to a lung, blocking a lung artery. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human...

Receiving medical treatment is a luxury of the modern world and one that has saved millions of lives in New Mexico. However, lack of attention, compassion or adherence to general protocols by any health care professional can prove detrimental and even deadly to...

The number of wrongful death claims in New Mexico is increasing. According to The Balance, the surviving children, spouse and parents of the deceased can file claims to receive compensation for the loss of their loved ones if they believe their deaths were caused by...

If you have won a wrongful death lawsuit in New Mexico and received a settlement, then you have to be mindful of your tax requirements. Not paying the taxes due on any income you receive can bring about harsh penalties. According to the IRS, punitive damages, which...

Some people do not have the luxury of scheduling an appointment with a provider and waiting for days, weeks or even months to get medical attention. Those who seek immediate care at a hospital emergency department typically expect to be seen within a few hours, at...