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Motorcycle riding is a joy for many, but accidents are a significant concern. Wearing a helmet can have considerable physical and legal consequences. Our motorcycle accident lawyers have the facts you must know.

Being in a multi-vehicle accident with trucks involved can leave you severely injured, and you need financial help, but who is at fault? Our multi-vehicle accident lawyers have the answers you need.

What can you do if you are injured in a bicycling accident? If you believe you were injured by negligence, call an Albuquerque bicycle accident lawyer.

  What's Your Recourse if a Negligent Driver Injures You in a Rear-End Crash? It isn't always easy to prove who was responsible for a traffic accident, but if you're injured by a negligent driver, proving that driver was negligent is what you must do to recover compensation. You'll need legal r...

Have You Been Hurt in a Slip and Fall Accident? Contact Gauthier & Maier Law Firm, P.C. to Fight for Your Rights.

Injured in a Pedestrian Accident? Contact Gauthier & Maier Law Firm, P.C. to Get the Compensation You Deserve!

Explore how dashcams play a crucial role in defending car accident claims, providing clear evidence, and ensuring a fair resolution of disputes.

Navigating Personal Injuries and Premises Liability in New Mexico Experiencing a serious injury on someone else's property can be a daunting ordeal, leaving you wondering about your rights and options. In New Mexico, premises liability laws protect visitors who suffer injuries due to unsafe cond...

Amber Archuleta was just 13 years old—a bright, innocent girl with her whole life ahead of her. While we understand the plea deal, it is impossible to ignore the profound failures of the judicial system and law enforcement in this case. The mishandling of the crime scene, and the fact that the shooter and his family were allowed to destroy critical evidence and hide the weapon used to end Amber's life, represents a grave injustice not only to our family but to the entire community of Questa, New Mexico. Then for them to mock the situation and say they were going to have a party at the house where Amber was murdered on the day she was murdered explains everything you need to know about these horrible people.

Are you wondering what legal protections exist for bicycle accident victims? Our law firm can help you understand your rights and how to move forward.

There are a variety of legal options for families of DUI/DWI accident victims. Our personal injury law firm can help you understand all available avenues.

For victims of gun violence, it's vital to learn how to navigate the legal system, understand their legal rights, and access the resources available.

Driving in severe weather can be scary and typically results in more accidents. We've compiled some advice for driving in different hazardous conditions. If you or someone you love has been involved in an accident, Gauthier & Maier Law Firm is here to help.

Has your elderly loved one been the victim of nursing home abuse? Our lawyers can help you seek justice and compensation. Learn more today.

Have you been injured in a bike accident? Proving fault is vital to your personal injury case. Learn more and speak to our lawyers today.

On June 19th, severe weather swept through the area north of Albuquerque near Algodones, NM creating hazardous conditions on the roads with limited visibility. Per reports, this storm, characterized by high winds and low visibility, is a stark reminder of the dangers that weather conditions can pose to drivers in New Mexico. This severe weather is reported to have caused a mutli-car collision and resulted in the closing of I-25 north of Albuquerque. 

New Mexico operates under a pure fault-based system for car accidents, holding the responsible party liable for resulting damages. The state's comparative fault system adjusts compensation based on each party's degree of negligence. Expert legal representation, such as that provided by the Gauthier & Maier Law Firm, is essential for navigating the complexities of accident claims and ensuring that you recover your damages in the event of an accident.

New Mexico sees a reduction in traffic fatalities in 2023 compared to 2022 but still 407 fatalities throughout the state.

Snow Storm and Blizzard in New Mexico on February 10th and February 11th. Be Careful Driving and if you are in an accident get help from your local New Mexico Attorneys!

Introduction: In the world of insurance, it's important to remember that insurance companies are primarily for-profit corporations seeking to maximize their own financial interests. Consequently, insurance carriers are driven to minimize payouts and pay the least amount possible to resolve claim...

Auto accidents can be traumatizing experiences, both physically and emotionally. In the aftermath of an accident, it's essential to seek medical attention as soon as possible, even if you feel fine or have minor injuries. Delaying treatment can not only affect your health, but it can also have se...

On October 31, 2023, a Santa Fe jury decided that Andrea Lovato was not fully at fault for the accident and that State Farm had breached the $1,000,000 contract, committed bad faith, and violated the Unfair Trade Practices Act and Unfair Insurance Practices Act. The Jury awarded the family $12,000,000 in damages for the auto accident and another $24,000,000 in bad faith damages with $20,000,000 as punitive penalty damages to State Farm. The $36,000,000 verdict gave the family confirmation and validation that Andrea Lovato was not 100% at fault for the accident as State Farm always claimed her to be and that their conduct was cruel and malicious to the family.

Who we are: Chance Gauthier and Shane Maier are both former insurance company defense lawyers that were retained by Farmers Insurance Company and Progressive Insurance Company to defend both the insurance carrier and the carrier's insureds. We both worked together at the O'Brien & Padilla law fir...

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) are serious injuries that require an attorney who will give you the guidance and support you need to receive fair compensation.

From Joshua Archuleta, Amber's Father Thank you to everyone that came today to Amber's memorial and to those who were unable to join us in person, but that are still supporting our family and the Questa community in the loss of our beautiful Amber Archuleta.  The Community’s response and help in these trying times have been overwhelming and amazing in helping my family make sure that Amber is not forgotten. While the family, especially Amber’s brothers, Frankie and Joshua, and myself, have been dealing with the hardest loss imaginable for a father and family, the community has been here to help us in the worst moment of my life. I will never forget that and can never say thank you enough.