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New Mexico’s Police Brutality Issues

For many marginalized people in the United States, police brutality can be a fact of life. Parents have learned, after generations of marginalization, to teach children to immediately show their hands so it is clear the kids are not armed. Other…
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Are police allowed to shoot suspects in New Mexico?

Santa Fe, NM - The use of force by police officers has become controversial because of publicized incidents of abuse. While the police are trained regarding use of force protocols, they are generally supposed to reserve using force or violence…
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 I Injured My Back Doing Construction In New Mexico, What Now?

Millions of people each year experience head and back injuries, burdening them with medical costs, pain and suffering, and often the loss of their careers or livelihoods. The neck and head are very complex and sensitive parts of the body, meaning…
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The Deadliest Part of Albuquerque For Pedestrians

In 2019, an astounding 1 in 5 pedestrian fatalities were attributed to just one stretch of road in Albuquerque. This stretch of road is part of the world-renowned Route 66, and it lies on Central Avenue between San Pedro and Eubank. The area…
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Can You File a Personal Injury Claim for Brain Damage in New Mexico?

Brain damage can be a life-altering injury in New Mexico, and victims of this injury might be wondering if they can file a claim. Unlike many other types of injuries, brain injuries are not always visible. Someone suffering from brain damage…
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Albuquerque injury attorneys assist victims and loved ones after fatal accidents.

New Mexico – November 15, 2020 Personal injury attorneys in Albuquerque are a welcome resource to accident victims, or their loved ones who may need guidance to recover resultant damages, especially after fatal injury to a head of household. …
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A cop who was accused of excessive force in New Jersey is promoted in New Mexico.

The head of Albuquerque police’s Real-Time Crime Center, whose hiring in 2018 generated anger because of his role in a New Jersey excessive force lawsuit decades ago, has been promoted. City records show that Leonard Nerbetski was recently…
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Police Brutality in New Mexico School

A New Mexico school resource officer can be seen restraining and wrestling with an 11 year old girl clad in pink sweater in video that recently resurfaced. The incident took place on August 27th, 2019 and has sparked debates all over the state.…
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What Are My Rights When Confronted by a Police Officer in Albuquerque, NM?

When a person finds themselves face to face with an officer, it can be difficult to remember that despite the authority the officer possesses, a person still has rights of their own. In most cases, individuals let police officers mistreat…
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How do I file a complaint against an Albuquerque, NM police officer?

Filing a complaint against an Albuquerque police officer is an easy process to follow but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t consult a police brutality lawyer regarding the encounter that transpired between you and the officer. Although…