The weather in New Mexico makes walking a viable form of transportation year-round when temperatures are not extreme. People in urban areas can walk to work and anywhere else they need to go. Walking as a form of transportation is good for the human body and also very...
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Year: 2023
Why do wrong-way car accidents happen on the interstate?
In theory, no one should get into a head-on crash on the interstate. Traffic should all move in the same direction going one way and in the same direction – on the opposite side of the interstate – on the other. Opposing traffic should be kept apart by a barrier or a...
Why are there so many accidents around the holidays?
The holidays are supposed to be filled with joy – and they often are. However, all the merriment and excitement can be wiped away in an instant when there’s an accident that leaves you or someone you love with a serious injury. Several factors contribute to an...
When do the police have to give a Miranda warning?
Just about everybody in the United States has some passing familiarity with the “Miranda warning” that starts out “You have the right to remain silent…” But, do you really understand what the Miranda warning is all about or when it has to be given? Knowing more about...
3 of the most common medical mistakes that occur at hospitals
Those seeking care at a hospital expect a professional level of medical support. Hospitals are where people go for surgical procedures, diagnostic testing and intensive inpatient support. People generally assume that seeking care in a hospital will help them to access...
The use of excessive force by police is a big issue in New Mexico
Law enforcement officers have a responsibility to protect and serve the public, but they have to balance that obligation with the need to do their jobs safely. The state authorizes them to detain people and to use physical force when necessary to protect themselves...
New Mexico strengthens law to tackle increase in retail theft
The last few years have witnessed a significant rise in what is known as “organized retail crime.” This isn’t shoplifting as most people know it. It involves multiple people, sometimes recruited via social media, who have been known to take over everything from large...
Tips for keeping yourself from becoming a distracted driver
Distracted driving is a major issue in the United States. It can lead to serious accidents and even fatal car crashes. Distractions are very common and problematic because they lead to avoidable mistakes and errors – and human error causes most car accidents....
What is false imprisonment?
There are a few different ways that false imprisonment can take place. Overall, this situation means that an individual is being held against their will and without any legal justification for them to be detained. Their rights are being violated as a result of this...
Troubling trends that led to deaths on roads nationwide
Countless campaigns have highlighted the dangers of distracted and drunk driving. Yet, year after year, more motor vehicle operators, bicyclists, and pedestrians lose their lives due to tragic negligence. Lives are forever changed for the driver who caused the...