A New Mexico accident claimed the life of a El Paso man. The Roswell, New Mexico rollover accident occurred when an SUV, on its way to Hobbs, New Mexico, lost control and rolled, after the driver attempted to overcorrect. The SUV was carrying five men as it traveled through New Mexico. The El Paso man who passed away in the accident was sleeping in the rear luggage area without a seatbelt.
A New Mexico accident case such as this raises the question of whether the occupant of the vehicle not wearing a seatbelt still recover when an accident occurs. Generally, the answer is yes. It is important for a New Mexico car accident lawyer to be aware of the latest laws and cases regarding this issue to ensure that an insurance company does not attempt to prevent recovery.
