Legal Blog for Albuquerque Residents
Why You Should Get Uninsured Motorist Insurance
Typically, when you're in an accident and the other driver is found to be at fault, a claim against their auto insurance would be used to pay for damages from the accident. But if the at-fault party does not have insurance, what then? What Is Uninsured Motorist...
How To File An Insurance Claim After A Car Accident
If you’ve been in a car accident, you know just how scary it can be. In such a stressful situation, it can sometimes be hard to know what to do or what options are available to you. If you’ve just been hit by someone and the damage is severe, or if you caused the...
What Is Considered A Civil Rights Violation?
As a resident of the United States, you are entitled to certain freedoms. Your constitutional rights include freedom of speech, assembly, and religion, as well as the right to petition the government and the right to procedural due process. There is also a freedom...
What Are Hate Crimes?
A hate crime is any crime that is committed based on bias against the real or perceived race, ethnicity, color, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity of the victim. Because hate crimes have a broader effect than most other kinds of...
How To Tell If Someone Is Scamming You Online
Online scams are a major problem not only in the United States, but globally. In 2020 alone, Scamwatch has already reported over $36 million lost to online scams. Scammers target anyone they can reach digitally, so virtually no one is off limits. If you have a...
What Is Consumer Fraud?
Consumer fraud is any technique used to mislead, put at risk, or harm consumers. Consumer fraud can be intentional or result from reckless neglect of customer needs. Major financial institutions commit consumer fraud as do individuals from the comfort of their own...
What is Deceptive Marketing?
Manufacturers have strict regulations and oversight around how they market their products. This marketing “must be truthful, cannot be deceptive or unfair, and must be evidence-based,” according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The FTC monitors how companies are...
How To Find A Wrongful Death Attorney
Looking for a wrongful death attorney? A wrongful death suit is a civil claim against a person who is responsible for the death of another, whether the cause was intentional or negligent. Section 41-2-1 of the New Mexico Statutes defines a wrongful death as being...
What Is The Statute Of Limitations On Medical Malpractice?
When a doctor, hospital or other health care professional causes an injury to a patient because of their negligent action or omission, you may have a case for medical malpractice. Errors in the diagnosis, treatment, aftercare and health management are the result of...
What Constitutes A Wrongful Death?
No matter the circumstances, the death of a loved one is a painful experience. It can be even more distressing if the person’s death is due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful action. If you believe your loved one’s death fits this situation, it is important to...
Who Can File A Wrongful Death Suit In New Mexico?
The death of a loved one is a very tragic and emotional time. If someone else’s negligence or wrongful action contributed to the death of a loved one, they may be liable for the harm caused to you. A wrongful death lawsuit is a lawsuit generally available to the...
What Are Tribal Courts?
Native American tribes in the U.S. have unique legal and political status. Because they are sovereign nations, they have certain immunities, privileges, and powers under the law. This means they also have their own legal systems and courts. Most tribes have their own...
What Is the Bureau Of Indian Affairs?
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) was created in 1824 and charged with managing the relationship between the Federal Government and Indian tribes and Alaska Native villages. It was originally established by then Secretary of War, John C. Calhoun, to oversee and carry...
What Happens When You Get Hit By A Car
It’s perfectly normal for most drivers — even highly experienced ones — to feel afraid of hitting a pedestrian or a cyclist, especially in a big city. Whether you’re driving at 35mph or 15mph, hitting a pedestrian, or even another car, can result in severe injuries,...
Common Tribal Law Cases
The attorneys at Parnall & Adams Law pride themselves on their experience in all tribal law matters. They have years of experience handling tribal law matters, including an extensive practice before tribal courts as well as state and federal courts. Partner David...
What Is Tribal Law?
Tribal law can present a number of unique challenges to Native American individuals, organizations, tribes, and governments. The varied cultures and histories of Native American tribes add another layer of complexity to this branch of law. It is therefore important to...
What To Do If You Have Back Pain After A Car Accident
If you have recently started to suffer from back pain after a car accident, there are several steps you should take to recover and ensure you are properly compensated for any pain and damages. In some cases, back pain may not appear until several days or weeks after...
What Is Considered Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice is a common occurrence in the United States. According to a recent report from Johns Hopkins University, medical malpractice is the third most common reason for death in the country, accounting for 225,000 deaths each year. Medical malpractice...
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