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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

What to do if a dangerous dog approaches you

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Last Modified on Sep 11, 2024

There are some cases in which a person can get attacked by a dog without any warning, and the victim may not have time to…

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School is back in session: beware of distracted drivers

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Last Modified on Jan 07, 2025

It’s that time of year again. Kids are heading back to school, and with that comes an increase in traffic. It is a dangerous time…

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are-teen-drivers-reckless-or-just-young

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Last Modified on Jan 07, 2025

Teenage drivers are often stereotyped as being reckless or negligent. We know they get into more accidents than any other age group. So it would…

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The top causes of unintentional death may surprise you

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Last Modified on Jan 07, 2025

Many people know that the top two reasons for death in the United States are heart disease and cancer. Cancer used to be the leading…

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A driver could still be drunk the day after drinking

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Last Modified on Jan 07, 2025

You know that drunk drivers are a serious safety risk on New Mexico roads. You also know that the majority of drunk driving accidents take…

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Why turning left can be so dangerous

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Last Modified on Jan 07, 2025

Many drivers feel nervous when they get to an intersection and they have to make a left turn. They may also be nervous to turn…

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How is fault determined in a New Mexico car accident case?

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Last Modified on Jan 07, 2025

Generally, most car accidents are preventable. In fact, studies show that over 90% of car accidents are attributable to human error. If you are involved…

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Injuries to look out for after a slip-and-fall accident

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Last Modified on Jan 07, 2025

Make no mistake: A slip-and-fall can ruin your day, your week and perhaps the rest of your life. A slip-and-fall accident can happen to anyone…

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One simple step to protect your kids in a car crash

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Last Modified on Sep 30, 2024

Your children are the most precious cargo you carry in your vehicle, and it is crucial to make sure your kids are properly strapped down…

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What are the top 5 causes of trucking accidents?

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Last Modified on Jan 07, 2025

Drivers of tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles have a lot of responsibility. Because tractor-trailers are so large and travel at such high rates of…

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