Complete Santa Fe County, NM accident reports and news.

Accidents in Santa Fe County are a major cause of property damage, injury, and death each year

In Santa Fe County, statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle accidents are all a common occurrence, despite improvements in vehicle safety features, road design, bicycle and pedestrian corridors, and traffic signs.

When an accident happens in Santa Fe County, it is important to do the following immediately:

  • Remain at the crash scene;
  • Check on the condition of all people involved in the crash;
  • Call the police;
  • Exchange information with other drivers;
  • Get contact information from witnesses;
  • Inform your insurance company;
  • Get appropriate medical treatment, and track the details;
  • Take photos of vehicle damage and injuries;
  • Consider hiring a personal injury attorney.

An injury attorney handles all the details so that you don't have to.

After a Santa Fe County accident, there are many issues that need to be handled immediately. Dealing with doctors, repair shops, car rental companies, police, and insurance companies is overwhelming, especially when someone is seriously injured. At this point, many injured people choose to hire a personal injury attorney whose job it is to handle the details and paperwork so that you can focus on recovery.

Personal injury lawyers offer a no-cost claim evaluation to help you.

Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential personal injury claim. Connect with an experienced Santa Fe County injury lawyer who can provide you with information about your rights and options. Go here to get a no-cost legal claim evaluation.

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Albuquerque-Santa Fe, NM
Accident Date: 
Wed, 02/19/2014
The southbound lanes of Interstate 25 are closed near Santa Fe because of an accident. Police said a vehicle rolled over near the St. Francis on-ramp, which is also closed. Two teen girls have been taken to the hospital. Crews are working to reopen I-25. Drivers are being asked to avoid the area.