We have a saying that goes "When you hire the Kemmy Law Firm, you don't just hire one lawyer, you hire a team of lawyers." Tom Kemmy is an award-winning and board certified personal injury lawyer who has been practicing injury law since 1986. His sons are experienced personal injury lawyers and former prosecutors that represented the State of Texas against murderers, thieves, drug traffickers, and violent criminals. We put our combined experience and knowledge in the pursuit of one goal, to win and obtain maximum justice for our client.
Legal Obligations After Car Accidents in New Mexico
According to New Mexico law, drivers have certain obligations they must fulfill after an accident. These laws include the following:
- Stopping Your Vehicle Immediately – N.M. Stat. § 66-7-201 states that any driver involved in an accident resulting in injury or death must stop their car and remain at the scene.
- Duty to Give Information & Render Aid – N.M. Stat. § 66-7-203 states that drivers in accidents causing injury or death must provide their name, address, and registration number of their vehicle and their driver’s license. Additionally, drivers must provide reasonable assistance to injured individuals, which might include carrying them.
- Provide Immediate Notice of the Accident – N.M. Stat. § 66-7-206 requires anyone involved in a car accident that causes injury or death to notify the police “by the quickest means of communication.”
- Submit a Written Report – If police do not respond to the scene to write a police report, N.M. Stat. § 66-7-207 requires you to submit a written report of the accident within five days. If the police arrive at the scene and write a police report, they must submit their report 24 hours after the accident.
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$20 MILLION Oil and gas case involving significant economic harm
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$13.5 MILLIONJury VerdictPatient paralyzed after nurses failed to tell a doctor about a change in condition
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$8 MILLION Young college student suffers brain injury from negligent conduct
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$7.5 MILLION West texas woman becomes brain injured when basic safety rules were not followed
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$6.2 MILLIONJury VerdictMarine veteran suffers catastrophic harm after a dangerous fall
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$6 MILLION Children who were abused by an employee of a company that was entrusted with the care of children
All of our clients have families of their own. They are decent, hardworking people, and come to uswith complex business issues or because their lives have been changed by a catastrophic injury.
Hit & Run Penalties in New Mexico
Drivers who commit hit-and-run accidents could face harsh penalties. Perpetrators could be charged with a fourth-degree felony for fleeing the scene of an accident and failing to fulfill the legal requirements mentioned above.
If an individual knowingly fails to stop after an accident, their charges upgrade to a third-degree felony. Drivers who fail to stop after an accident that doesn’t cause injury or death only face misdemeanor charges.
How to Recover Compensation After a Hit & Run
In a typical car accident, you would pursue compensation from the at-fault driver. However, if the liable party flees and authorities can’t find them, you must pursue compensation another way. Luckily, two types of insurance coverage could help you obtain the funds needed to cover your expenses.
These types of insurance include the following:
- Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Hit-and-run accidents are treated like accidents involving uninsured drivers. In this case, you would file a claim with your own insurance company to cover your damages.
- Collision Coverage: This insurance coverage helps you pay for car repairs regardless of who’s at fault.
Need Help After a Hit & Run Accident? Call Kemmy Law Firm
A hit-and-run accident can feel like a helpless situation. However, all is not lost; there are still ways to recover even if you can’t sue the at-fault party. When you hire Kemmy Law Firm, we’ll conduct our own investigation and collect the evidence you need to ensure your claim’s success.
Contact our family of hit-and-run car accident lawyers today at (830) 264-6297 for a free consultation.
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"You could not hire a better attorneys than the Kemmy's."
My husband was involved in an industrial accident & we hired the Kemmy law firm to represent him with that case. You could not hire a better attorneys than the Kemmy's. They went above & beyond to help him get what he deserved. If you are searching for a lawyer in Texas you need to hire them!!!
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"Very easy to talk to, sincerely cared about my situation."
I was involved in an accident and was injurred. My co-worker recommended Seamus from Kemmy Law. I am so greatful that I followed through with the recommendation. He was very easy to talk to, sincerely cared about my situation, and kept me informed with the process, just all around amazing! Thank you Seamus!!!- Holly O. -
"They were so patient and explained everything in detail."
Everyone we worked with was amazing. They were so patient and explained everything in detail. They worked with my mom and then when she passed away the game plan changed and they made sure to explain everything. We were blessed to have them on our team. I would highly recommend them.
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"Nick was very open and transparent."
Mr. Kemmy comes from good stock and was referred to us by one of the best. And if he's good enough for him to lay his reputation on the line, he's good enough for me. Nick was very open and transparent, and shared some of our frustrations. We were very please with him representing us. Thanks again Nick.
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"Showed a deep understanding of my personal situation and demonstrated empathy."
Ben Kemmy and his awesome staff showed a deep understanding of my personal situation and demonstrated empathy throughout the legal process. This helped me a great deal to get through this difficult time. I recommend Kemmy Law Firm to all who need the services .
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"Not only were they my lawyers they became like family."
I honestly got to say Tom and Danny got to be two of the best attorneys in the state of Texas I was injured in the oilfield accident about 3 years ago and they fought for me in my case like some sharks hands down best attorneys out there not only were they my lawyers they became like family thanks Kemmy law firm- Jeremiah L. -
"I wholeheartedly endorse Kemmy Law without reservation."
Working with Tom and Nick Kemmy on my case was a far better experience than I expected going in. They were thoughtful and listened to what I had to say. It was also gratifying that Kemmy Law Firm is truly a family affair with the Dad, Thomas, four sons and a daughter in law, Nick's wife, working together. If you're looking for legal representation, I wholeheartedly endorse Kemmy Law without reservation.- Jerry G. -
"I would recommend the Kemmy Law Firm 100 times out of 100."
We could not be more satisfied with Kemmy Law Firm. They represented us, and especially my father with respect and efficiency and earned every bit of what the law allowed. This helped my mother more than I can articulate. I would recommend the Kemmy Law Firm 100 times out of 100.
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