Collins Attorneys Legal Blog
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Personal Liability Associated with Non-Profit Board Membership
Sitting on a non-profit board can be very rewarding with significant contributions to the community and to causes close to your heart. However, there are a number of potentially very serious financial…
October 28, 2011 -
Sibling Loss of Consortium Cases in New Mexico
A recent New Mexico Supreme Court case once again addresses loss of consortium claims. Specifically, the Court in Wachocki v. Bernalillo County Sheriff addresses a claim for loss of consortium by a…
October 19, 2011 -
Sufficiency of Confession for DWI Conviction in New Mexico
The New Mexico Court of Appeals revisited the issue of whether a confession by a defendant standing alone is sufficient for a conviction. State v. Owelicio is the first opportunity the Court…
October 18, 2011 -
Passenger Rights Against Illegal Search & Seizure in Routine Traffic Stops
It is well established in New Mexico that a law enforcement officer cannot extend the scope of a traffic stop beyond the initial basis for the stop in the absence of fairly…
October 4, 2011 -
Failed Sterilization, Wrongful Conception, Duty to Inform and Damages in New Mexico
The law regarding a failed tubal ligation continues to evolve in New Mexico with the recent case new Mexico Supreme Court case of Provencio v. Wenrich. New Mexico was among the earliest,…
October 3, 2011 -
Company Liability for Employee Negligence Under Respondeat Superior
Companies are not only liable for their own acts that cause injuries to others, but may also be liable for the acts of their employees under the doctrine of respondeat superior. This…
September 20, 2011 -
“Concerned Citizens” Rush to Defense of Negligent Nursing Homes
A recent verdict against a nursing home corporation in West Virginia has stirred a renewed push for tort reform and limits on medical malpractice awards. A West Virginia jury awarded over $90…
September 16, 2011 -
Failure to Diagnose Medical Malpractice Claims: Not as Easy as One Might Think
If a doctor did not diagnose your medical condition and you suffered harm because of the lack of a diagnosis, you may have a claim against the doctor for medical malpractice. If…
September 15, 2011 -
Underinsured Motorists Insurance Coverage: Consent to Settle Requirement
Uninsured or Underinsured motorist coverage (UIM) is an important optional coverage offered by insurance companies. UIM provides coverage for an insured when the insured is in an automobile accident that is another…
August 10, 2011 -
Court Protections for Minors in New Mexico Personal Injury Settlements
If a minor is injured in an automobile accident or other incident that gives rise to another person‘s liability, and a claim is brought before the child reaches age 18, the insurance…
August 5, 2011