New Mexico Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

In New Mexico, as in the rest of the nation, motorcycles are more popular than ever. However, with increasing numbers of riders come increasing New Mexico motorcycle accidents. Motorcycle accidents can present unforeseen costs, such as life-threatening injuries, property damage and a legal mess than can seem insurmountable.

If you’re going to ride a motorcycle in New Mexico, be sure you’re armed with information and facts about the law and your rights and responsibilities as a motorcyclist. New Mexico’s motorcycle laws resemble those of other states. However, unlike some states, New Mexico does not require riders over the age of 18 to wear a helmet. If you’re thinking of riding without a helmet, think again before taking your life into your own hands – after all, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NTHSA) estimates that every helmet worn by a New Mexican motorcyclist can prevent nearly $4,000 in injury costs and reduce non-fatal accident injury risk by 15 percent and the risk of death by nearly 30 percent. Once you’re equipped with a helmet, know that you are required by New Mexico law to carry liability insurance. Every motorcycle in New Mexico must possess either a Class M driver license or a motorcycle instruction permit. In order to obtain a motorcycle license, you must pass a vision screening, sign test and skills test; the skills test portion of the licensing requirement may be waived if you pass a state-sanctioned motorcycle safety course, which will teach you more about safe operation of a motorcycle and give you valuable supervised road experience.

No matter how experienced you may be on your bike, you may be at risk of a New Mexico motorcycle accident due to factors such as adverse weather conditions, mechanical problems, driver error, fatigue or intoxication, or other motorists who do not know how to share the road with bikers. When a motorcycle accident occurs, stay calm and go into documentation mode. Find out as much as you can about the other vehicle or person involved in the accident and obtain license and insurance information. Make sure to seek medical attention for your injuries. And most importantly of all, seek legal advice if your injuries or property damage are extensive.

An aggressive, experienced New Mexico motorcycle attorney can help you recover financial compensation for your injuries and/or property damage, including settlements that may cover the costs of treatment, future medical care, rehabilitation and/or lost wages. Thorough knowledge of New Mexico motorcycle laws is vital when pursuing civil or criminal claims.

While there are many attorneys to choose from in New Mexico, there are a few who know more than the average motorcycle accident attorney. As fellow motorcycle riders and enthusiasts, the professional lawyers at AIM (Aid to Injured Motorcyclists) know both the rules of the road and the perspective of the motorcyclist. AIM has recovered over $150 million on behalf of injured riders – and they can help you with house calls and a free consultation. Just call AIM at 800-ON-A-BIKE to get started.