
Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit in New Mexico: What You Need to Know
Personal injury cases have been a mainstay in the legal field since its inception. Throughout history, there have been plenty of landmark cases that paved the way to where personal injury law is today. An early case was that of Escola vs. Coca Cola. In early 1944, waitress Gladys Escola was working in a restaurant […]

A Guide Through the Changing Landscape of New Mexico’s Marijuana Law
As the landscape of our nation’s marijuana law changes, it’s easy to feel confused and uncertain about the future. Let us focus our sights on New Mexico, a recent member of the medical marijuana group (which is currently made up of 32 states and Washington D.C.). New Mexico and 32 other states have removed criminal […]

When to Call a Car Accident Lawyer
Car accidents are, undoubtedly, incredibly stressful. Even if it’s a simple fender bender, your car accident will still result in a handful of events you’d rather avoid. Gathering information from the other party can be uncomfortable, for starters. Then the police arrive and you have to detail the events that led to the car accident. […]

Meeting Your Personal Injury Lawyer for the First Time: How to Prepare
Personal injuries almost always stop you in your tracks. Your whole life comes to a screeching halt because now you have to focus on getting better. Like most accidents, personal injuries are sudden and unexpected but there’s one key detail that differentiates them from the rest: when it comes to personal injuries, someone is almost […]

The Four Steps to Keep In Mind After a Car Accident Takes Place
As much as we may wish to be the safest drivers possible, accidents can still happen. Perhaps a brief distraction leads to a fender bender or maybe a glare from the sun caused a miscalculation, resulting in a more severe accident. Regardless of the incident, it’s necessary to follow the right steps in order to […]

How A Traffic Lawyer Can Keep Commercial Drivers on the Road
If you’re a commercial driver, you’re perfectly aware of how important your CDL is. Without it, you won’t be able to have a career as a commercial truck driver. The best way to maintain your CDL is by avoiding traffic violations. Failing to do so can cause your driving record and CDL to gain points […]

Why It’s Time to Team Up with A Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you’ve been charged with a felony or misdemeanor, your world is more than likely spinning out of control. In times like these, you need a criminal defense lawyer to tether you to reality. The Law Office of W. Shane Jennings proudly serves the Southern New Mexico region, continuously providing high-quality criminal defense assistance. But […]

What is the Difference Between Fraud and Embezzlement?
Criminal law is a complex creature. There are many different areas and many of them have overlapping definitions, punishments, and legalities. Two commonly confused crimes are fraud and embezzlement. While similar, they have a lot of important differences that will affect how the case is handled should you be charged with either crime. Our fraud […]

Outlining the Nation’s Family Separation Crisis
Family separation is one of the most talked about issues currently plaguing the Border region and the country at large. But how did it start and where is this issue heading? Immigration lawyers all across the country have been working tirelessly for nearly a year to reunite families. If you’re in New Mexico’s Southern region […]

Top Reasons to Speak with a Personal Injury Attorney in New Mexico
Top Reasons to Speak with a Personal Injury Attorney in New Mexico Personal injury cases can be quite complex. There are fault investigations, coordination between insurance companies, medical providers, and law enforcement. Additionally, there are negotiations with insurance companies who make deals in their best interest. Hiring a personal injury attorney in New Mexico who […]