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Joleen K. Youngers

Joleen K. Youngers is Co-Founder and Trial Attorney at Youngers Law, PA, with offices in Santa Fe, Las Cruces, and Cleveland. She has more than 30 years of experience representing clients in personal injury, civil rights, employment, and complex litigation. Licensed in New Mexico since 1992, Ms. Youngers earned her J.D. from the University of New Mexico School of Law, where she received the Tort Scholar Award. She is an inducted Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and frequently teaches trial advocacy.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Joleen K. Youngers

Staying safe on the road with semitrucks

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Last Modified on Sep 11, 2024

In recent news, a semi truck crashed into a greyhound bus on an interstate, which left eight individuals dead. Semi trucks (also known as 18…

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Understanding common risk factors in cases of elder abuse

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Last Modified on Apr 25, 2025

As a person ages and recognizes the need to ask other people for help, he or she is met with the difficulties of allowing other…

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Do not let kids interfere with safe driving

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Last Modified on Sep 11, 2024

Distracted driving is a huge issue in New Mexico, but changing music, putting on makeup and even cell phone use are not the biggest causes.…

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Non-physical consequences of car accidents

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Last Modified on Sep 30, 2024

Drivers in New Mexico who are involved in car accidents know that injuries and physical damage to the vehicles are just some of the consequences.…

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Livestock liability and precautions

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Last Modified on Sep 11, 2024

Whether it is cattle or horses, animal owners in New Mexico have a responsibility to make sure they do not pose a danger to others.…

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Keep motorcyclists safe on the road

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Last Modified on Sep 11, 2024

Motorcycle riders in New Mexico are at higher risk of getting in accidents, and they also suffer more serious injuries than other drivers. While motorcyclists…

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Is New Mexico safe for bicyclists?

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Last Modified on Apr 25, 2025

Bicyclists who traverse New Mexico roads have a reasonable expectation of safety. Unfortunately, many motorists are not aware enough of their surroundings and accidents can…

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Speeding is no joke

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Last Modified on Sep 10, 2024

Drivers in New Mexico who think they can drive a few miles per hour over the posted speed limit without consequences need to think again.…

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How to reduce accidents as the school year approaches

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Last Modified on Sep 10, 2024

With the start of school upon us, drivers in New Mexico need to be extra cautious on the roads. The school year means there are…

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How to proceed if your car accident claim is denied

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Last Modified on Apr 25, 2025

Drivers in New Mexico pay for car insurance coverage and, for good reason, there is an expectation that damages will be paid for when there…

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