When a car malfunctions and hurts its driver or a restaurant serves tainted food, injured consumers have the ability to sue the company for the damage it caused. This opportunity is an important part of consumers’ right to life, liberty and the pursuit of...
How not to spread fake news
Recent news has shown that Americans have serious difficulty distinguishing between real news and fake news. First, the Russian company Internet Research Agency was indicted for disseminating false information on social media platforms to sway the election in favor of...
Johnsonville recalls over 600,000 contaminated sausages
The summer is fast approaching, and many people are looking forward to dusting off their grills and having a barbecue. What could be more tantalizing than a juicy, perfectly-grilled jalapeno sausage filled with... pieces of sharp plastic?Johnsonville, LLC has issued a...
Drivers blame sunlight for recent pedestrian crashes
Have you ever traversed the streets in the evening and had to shield your eyes because the sunset was so bright? This is an everyday occurrence for many New Mexicans, especially those who have a westbound commute home from work. It is common for many drivers to pop on...
New Mexico civil rights leaders criticize ICE policies
The Trump administration's crackdown on immigration shows no end in sight. In the past several weeks, it seems only to have strengthened. Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) has been given the green light to hold detainees indefinitely; Attorney General Jeff...
When boating causes a wrongful death
Boating can seem like a peaceful activity, especially on New Mexico's beautiful waterways. Though boating may seem like a harmless pastime, it can also be the cause of accidents that result in injury or death. In some cases, a fatality that results from a negligent...
Brain injuries require timely diagnosis and treatment
Accidents happen every day, everywhere. A business might have a slippery floor and or another driver might be texting a friend instead of watching the road, which leads to a life-changing situation for the victim.It's hard to miss a broken bone or serious wound. Brain...