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
Personal Injury Lawsuit: How do I Prove Fault?
When you are injured in an accident—such as a car crash or a slip and fall accident—caused by another party’s negligence, you should be thinking about filing a personal injury lawsuit in New Mexico. Yet you might have concerns about the type of evidence you will need...
Personal Injuries and Broken Bones: Understanding Different Types of Fractures
If you are injured in an accident and you break a bone, you could be facing substantial medical bills, multiple surgeries, and lost wages. Broken bones, which are also known as fractures, can range greatly in severity depending upon the type of fracture and where on...
Is it Important to Distinguish Between Types of Medical Errors?
If you were harmed after visiting a healthcare provider or seeking medical treatment within a healthcare facility, you may be wondering whether you are eligible to file a medical malpractice lawsuit. If you have run searches on the internet for phrases like “medical...
Waivers of Liability: What are Liability Waivers in a Personal Injury Case?
Have you ever been asked to sign a liability waiver before participating in a certain type of activity in New Mexico? For example, if you have visited a ski resort with friends or family, have you been required to sign a waiver of liability or an “assumption of the...
Medical Malpractice in Santa Fe: Frequently Asked Questions
If you recently suffered an injury after seeking treatment from a healthcare provider or after receiving treatment from a physician, you may be eligible to file a medical malpractice claim in Santa Fe. However, understanding whether you have a valid claim can be...
Three Different Types of Product Liability Cases
Product Liability Cases: When you purchase a consumer product of any type, you should not have to worry that any defects associated with that product will cause you serious harm. However, as many consumers who read news stories and who have signed up for product...
Do I Have a Premises Liability Claim?
If you got hurt on someone else’s property, that property owner (or anyone who was in charge of the property) may be liable for your injuries. When a person sustains injuries because of a hazard on the property of another party, the injured person can be eligible to...
Personal Injury Lawsuit: How Much Time Will It Take?
If you were injured in an accident in Santa Fe, New Mexico or in another kind of incident caused by another party’s negligence, you should be thinking immediately about your options for seeking financial compensation. While some injury victims may be eligible to start...
Can I File a Personal Injury Case During the Pandemic?
With most Americans under stay-at-home orders, including residents of Santa Fe, the prospect of filing a personal injury claim can seem particularly daunting. We know you likely have many questions. For example, should I still plan to leave my house to meet with a...