Truck / 18-Wheeler Accident Lawsuit in New Mexico

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Statute of Limitations

New Mexico has a 3-year statute of limitations for personal injury from truck accidents (NMSA § 37-1-8). New Mexico follows pure comparative fault — recovery available regardless of plaintiff's fault percentage. Claims against the New Mexico DOT or state entities require filing of a Notice of Claim within 90 days under the New Mexico Tort Claims Act (NMSA § 41-4-16).

3 years from date of accident

New Mexico Data

Exposure in New Mexico

Source: NMDOT Commercial Vehicle Data 2024

Source: NHTSA FARS 2024

Source: New Mexico EMS Data

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in New Mexico

University of New Mexico Hospital — Level I Trauma Center

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