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What Is the New Mexico Tort Claims Act?
Accidents involving government agencies—such as city buses, state vehicles, or public employees—are more complex than typical personal injury cases. In New Mexico, these cases are governed by the New Mexico Tort Claims Act (NMTCA). I
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What Is the New Mexico Tort Claims Act?
The New Mexico Tort Claims Act (NMTCA) is a state law that outlines when and how individuals can seek compensation if they are injured or suffer damages because of the negligence of a government agency or public employee.
Normally, government entities are protected by sovereign immunity, meaning they cannot be sued. The NMTCA creates specific exceptions to this rule. It allows people to file claims for certain incidents—such as accidents involving city buses, government vehicles, unsafe public buildings, or hazardous roads—when negligence is involved.
Key points of the NMTCA include:
Notice of Claim
You must provide written notice to the appropriate government agency within 90 days of the incident.
Two-Year Limit
A lawsuit must be filed within two years of the injury, which is shorter than the typical personal injury deadline.
Damage Caps
The law places limits on the amount of compensation that can be recovered.
Common Cases Covered Under the NMTCA
You may have a valid claim if your injury was caused by:
City or County Transit Accidents – Bus or public transportation collisions.
Roadway Negligence – Unsafe roads, poor maintenance, or hazardous conditions.
Government Vehicle Crashes – Accidents with police cars, maintenance trucks, or other official vehicles.
Public Building Hazards – Slip-and-fall incidents or unsafe public facilities.
Location Served
We Represent
Individuals & Families
throughout New Mexico
Raymon Law Group’s Albuquerque personal injury lawyers are based at our main office in the heart of downtown Albuquerque at 500 Marquette Ave. NW, Ste. 1200.
We also have our Office at Santa Fe located at 150 Washington Ave, Suite 201. If you’re unable to visit us, our attorneys are happy to meet you at your home or hospital to discuss your case.
Take Action Today
If you’ve been injured by a government agency or employee in New Mexico, don’t wait. Evidence can disappear and deadlines come fast.
Call Raymon Law Group for a Free Consultation: (505) 576-8521
