Author Archives: Joleen K. Youngers
What if I get in an accident on an ATV with no insurance?
Even though ATVs and other off-road vehicles are often not legally permitted on roads and highways, many outdoor enthusiasts make the mistake of considering ATVs…
What is considered “excessive force?”
There are some situations in which police officers must use force to protect themselves or subdue a suspect. They are supposed to use only enough…
Can I legally kill an animal in self-defense?
New Mexico is ripe with many game species that attract hunters, and you may be someone who like to go shooting on weekends with a…
Driving with the flu and the risk of a crash
There are many different behaviors and risk factors that can make a motor vehicle collision more likely. As we all know, when someone is intoxicated…
What is New Mexico’s Senate Bill 19?
Have you ever heard of Senate Bill 19? As a New Mexico driver, it affects you and every other driver in the state. Every time…
What should facilities do to prevent elder abuse?
New Mexico elder care facilities must ensure that the senior citizens under their care are properly looked after without instances of abuse, neglect or other…
How to increase safety on the construction site
Construction sites are prime places for accidents to happen, as the activity at them is always changing. Several different projects can be going on at…
How common are fatal work accidents on farms?
As a farm worker or other agricultural employee working on a New Mexico farm or ranch, you likely are concerned about your safety. You are…
Who is liable if you crash your vehicle during a road test?
If you are obtaining your first New Mexico license, whether as a new driver or a driver from out of state, you will most likely…
Do I have a case if I was a victim of food poisoning?
You have just been out to dinner at your favorite New Mexico restaurant. The food was delicious, the atmosphere wonderful, but toward the end of…
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