Practice Areas
Personal Injury
A serious personal injury can have a devastating effect on you and your family. Without an experienced attorney to protect your rights, you may not be able to receive the compensation you deserve for damages you have incurred such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
If you or a loved one has been injured, Slate Stern Law has a 25-year history of representing injured people in northern New Mexico.
The following are examples of some of the types of injury cases we handle:
Medical Malpractice in Santa Fe:
Our lawyers have extensive knowledge of and experience with medical negligence claims. If you have been injured due to the negligence of a healthcare provider, we will evaluate your case to determine whether we may be able to assist you in making a claim. Remember, under New Mexico law there is a time limit to file a lawsuit, so do not delay in seeking a legal opinion.
Wrongful Death In New Mexico: What is it?
The wrongful death of a loved one can be devastating to a family both emotionally and financially. New Mexico has laws that have been created to assist in protecting and compensating the grieving family members. There is also a time limit on when a lawsuit can be filed for wrongful death.
Motor Vehicle Accidents and Car Accidents
After an accident, you may face increasing medical bills as well as an uncertain recovery for injuries you are aware of now or that may develop from the accident in the future. Our lawyers will work hard to get you the compensation you need to restore your life. It is true that insurance companies – including your own – are not always thinking of your best interests.
Bicycle Accidents
Under New Mexico law, bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as people who drive motor vehicles. Unfortunately, many motorists fail to yield to cyclists, causing accidents and often serious injuries. Our attorneys have extensive knowledge and experience in handling bicyclists’ personal injury and insurance claims to ensure that our clients get the compensation they need when these types of accidents occur.
Pedestrian Accidents
New Mexico has one of the highest pedestrian fatality rates in the United States. Pedestrians have the right-of-way when crossing a street within a crosswalk; however, this does not mean that a pedestrian cannot be considered at fault. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, Slate Stern, P.C. will evaluate your case and can assist you with seeking compensation for your injuries which may include medical expenses and lost wages.
Defective Equipment, Machinery and Products
The manufacturer of a product has a legal duty to make a product that is safe to use under normal conditions. If you are injured by an unsafe or faulty product, you may have a right to seek compensation for the injuries you sustained.
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Slip-and-Fall Accidents and Premises Liability
In New Mexico, all property owners have an obligation to keep their premises reasonably safe and well-maintained (except for trespassers). If you are injured due to unsafe property conditions, you deserve to be compensated.
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Additional Personal Injury Information
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Car Accidents in Santa Fe: Common Personal Injuries
Personal injuries can result from many different kinds of accidents, and they can range in severity. In motor vehicle crashes, vehicle occupants and pedestrians can suffer various types of injuries that can be serious and ultimately may result in lifelong...
Personal Injuries in Winter Weather: 3 Things to Know
Personal injuries can happen at any time of the year and in many different kinds of accidents, but some types of personal injuries tend to be more common during the winter months, when the ground can be covered with snow and ice. It is critical for anyone who sustains...
Personal Injuries During the Holidays: Avoiding Accidents
Whether you are driving in New Mexico during the Thanksgiving holiday or during the holiday season, or you are planning to install decorations at home or to have family and friends visit for a holiday dinner, it is critical to understand that you could be facing...
Car Crashes: Fatal Injuries in Pandemic
Personal injuries occur much too frequently in motor vehicle collisions; motor vehicle occupants and pedestrians can sustain debilitating and fatal injuries. Generally speaking, when there is more vehicle traffic, studies suggest that the rate of car accidents...
I Think I Was Harmed by Medical Malpractice: What Should I Do?
Realizing that you are experiencing a serious injury or other harm that may be the result of medical malpractice can be disorienting and frustrating. You might not be certain what type of options you have for seeking treatment if you were misdiagnosed by a previous...
Trip and Fall, Distracted Walking, Pedestrian Collision.
Many personal injury claims in New Mexico arise out of motor vehicle collisions in which a pedestrian is injured. In many crashes of this nature, the motorist behind the wheel of the car or truck was careless or reckless, and caused the accident. At the same time,...
Workplace Accident: Can I File a Personal Injury Lawsuit After Accident?
When you suffer a serious injury caused by another party’s careless or reckless behavior, you should be considering your options for seeking financial compensation. Accidents and injuries can happen almost anywhere, including while you are at work. Yet workplace...
Medical Malpractice-Daylight Savings Time: New Study Addresses the Role of Daylight Savings in Medical Malpractice Cases
Medical Malpractice-Daylight Savings Time: Can the time of year in which you see a healthcare provider or schedule an elective surgical procedure affect the likelihood of sustaining an injury due to a medical mistake? According to a recent article in The New York...