Deming, NM Car Accident Lawyer

How a Deming, NM Car Accident Lawyer From Harmonson Law Firm Can Help

When you have been involved in a car accident, you may be uncertain of what you need to do in order to protect your rights and your future. Often, the insurance company of the at-fault driver will offer you a quick, low settlement. The insurer knows that you may be financially strapped as a result of the accident, and perhaps even unable to work and make a living. The goal of all insurance companies is always a healthy financial bottom line. To this end, insurers go out of their way to convince those injured in a car accident to accept a low settlement. 

When you have a strong, experienced Deming, NM car accident lawyer from Harmonson Law Firm by your side, we will ensure that the insurance company respects you and fully understands the losses you have suffered. Attorneys Clark Harmonson and Hadley Huchton will aggressively fight for you and your family because we truly care about every client. Our first goal will be to ensure that your medical needs are taken care of, through our wide network of provider relationships across the El Paso and Las Cruces areas. Once your medical needs have been attended to, we will put together a dynamic settlement package on your behalf. 

Our law firm, founded in 2012 by Clark Harmonson, offers small firm benefits like highly personalized attention and service, while also providing the experience, exceptional skills, and client resources of a larger firm. This means that you are never forced to choose between a smaller, less experienced law firm and a larger, more impersonal one. When you become a Harmonson Law Firm client, you will never be just a number in someone’s marketing budget. We get to know our clients and have a real relationship with them throughout the accident process. 

Explanation of Potential Damages Following a Deming Car Accident

Your actual damages will depend on the circumstances surrounding your car accident as well as the extent of your injuries. Medical expenses—current and future—are known as economic damages, because an actual financial cost can be attached. Other economic damages include lost wages and lost future wages. Lost wages include what you would have earned had you not been injured and can include regular salary, normal overtime, and bonuses. 

Pain and suffering damages are considered non-economic damages because they are more subjective, meaning it is difficult to put an actual number on your quality of life and how your injuries have affected your ability to engage in your typical daily activities. An extremely skilled Deming, NM car accident lawyer from Harmonson Law Firm will use every resource at our disposal to accurately calculate your damages. 

New Mexico Car Accident Laws That Could Potentially Affect Your Claim

There are several laws specific to the state of New Mexico that can affect your car accident claim. The first is the statute of limitations. Each state sets its own statutes of limitations that govern the amount of time that you have to file a claim. In the state of New Mexico, that time is three years from the date of the accident. It is imperative that your claim be filed within those three years or you will be barred from ever filing the claim. Claims against the government shorten the amount of time to file a claim, so it is imperative that you immediately talk to a lawyer after an accident with a government vehicle.  While you do have some time, the sooner you file the claim the easier it will be for your attorney to make your case. 

In addition, New Mexico is considered a “fault” state, meaning that the at-fault driver is responsible for the damages he or she causes to others involved in the accident. As a pure comparative negligence state, you can still file a claim against the other driver, even if you were partially at fault as well. However, your settlement or award will be reduced by your percentage of fault. 

What Should You Do Following Deming Car Accident Injuries?

After dialing 911 for the police and EMS, you should exchange information with the other driver. Aside from exchanging basic information (addresses and insurance information), it’s better to limit your conversation with the other driver. Saying something as simple as “I’m sorry,” (meaning you’re sorry the accident occurred) can be misconstrued as an admission of liability. 

If you are physically able, snap a few photos of the scene of the accident with your cell phone and obtain contact information from anyone who may have witnessed the accident. After you and everyone involved in the accident have received medical attention and you are home, you should contact your own insurance company as well as a knowledgeable Deming, NM car accident lawyer from Harmonson Law Firm. The following Deming resources can be helpful following a car accident.  

• Deming Fire Department—309 South Gold Avenue, Deming, NM 88030/ (915) 233-6427
• Deming Police Department—700 East Pine Street, Deming, NM 88030/ (915) 233-6427
• Mimbres Memorial Hospital—900 West Ash Street, Deming, NM 88030/ (915) 233-6427
• Deming Urgent Care—1411 Columbus Road, Deming, NM 88030/ (915) 233-6427