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When you’ve been hurt in a slip and fall accident, you need more than just any lawyer—you need a battle-tested sword and shield fighting for your rights.
At Keller & Keller, we’ve been maximizing client settlements and delivering justice since 1936, establishing our firm as one of New Mexico’s leading premises liability law firms. With over 80 years of experience taking on negligent property owners and their insurance companies, we’ve recovered over a billion dollars for our clients. That’s not just a number—that’s thousands of families we’ve helped get back on their feet after life-changing accidents.
We’re a family-run firm, and we treat you like family because we understand that behind every case is a real person dealing with mounting medical bills, lost wages, and pain that shouldn’t have happened in the first place. We reach out and make sure our clients feel like they can have a cup of coffee with us. No fancy legal jargon, no runaround—just straight talk about what we’re going to do to win your case.
Why You Need a New Mexico Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer
The aftermath of a serious slip and fall can turn your life upside down in an instant. Medical bills pile up, insurance companies pressure you to accept lowball offers or deny your claim entirely, and you’re left wondering how to put your life back together while still recovering from your injuries. But here’s the truth—property owners and their insurance companies are already working against you.
Navigating Complex Legal Claims
Understanding Insurance Company Tactics
Understanding Statute of Limitations
Navigating Complex
Legal Claims
Slip and fall cases in New Mexico aren’t straightforward. These cases involve complex premises liability laws, comparative negligence rules, and property owners who often have deep pockets and experienced legal teams defending them. Without proper representation, you’re bringing a knife to a gunfight. We’ve seen too many good people get taken advantage of because they tried to handle these complex cases on their own.
Understanding Insurance Company Tactics
Property owners carry various types of insurance—general liability, homeowners, business liability, and umbrella policies. Each insurer is going to try to minimize what they pay or deny the claim entirely. They’ll argue that you should have seen the hazard, that it was “open and obvious,” or that your own actions caused the fall. Without experienced representation, you’ll get lost fighting these well-funded insurance companies while you’re trying to recover from your injuries.
Understanding Statute of Limitations
Time limits are crucial in New Mexico. You have three years from the date of your slip and fall accident to file a lawsuit. Miss this deadline, and you’re out of luck—no matter how strong your case is. There are rare exceptions for minors or incapacitated individuals, but for most people, that three-year clock starts ticking the moment you hit the ground.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident in New Mexico
The actions you take immediately after a slip and fall accident can make or break your case.
See What Your Case Is WorthEven if you feel okay, adrenaline can mask serious injuries—see a doctor right away
Notify the property owner or manager immediately and request a written incident report
If you’re able, take photos of the hazard that caused your fall, the accident scene, and any visible injuries
Get names and contact details from anyone who saw what happened
Avoid giving detailed statements to property owners or insurance companies without legal advice
Keep any clothing or shoes you were wearing, and don’t let anyone clean up or repair the hazard
Keep all medical records, bills, and accident-related documents
The sooner we start working, the better we can protect your interests and preserve evidence
The Keller & Keller Approach:
New Mexico Injury Lawyers Who Fight to Win
From the moment you contact us, you’ll notice the difference in our approach. Our client-first philosophy means we take the time to understand not just the details of your accident but how it has affected your life, your work, your family, and your future in New Mexico. We clearly communicate every step of the process in plain language you can understand—no confusing legal jargon. This approach has earned us countless 5-star reviews from real New Mexico clients who’ve experienced the Keller & Keller difference firsthand.
We understand that being injured in an accident is stressful enough without having to chase down your lawyer for updates. That’s why we’ve built our practice around transparent, consistent communication.
When you hire us, you’ll have direct access to the New Mexico-based attorney handling your case as well as a dedicated paralegal who monitors its daily status. We keep you informed throughout every stage of your claim, explaining what’s happening, what to expect next, and how it affects your case.
Our 80+ years of experience isn’t just about longevity—it’s about results. Our attorneys have successfully handled thousands of cases in New Mexico and recovered millions and millions of dollars for our clients. We’ve gone toe-to-toe with the biggest insurance companies and won. Our courtroom experience means we’re always prepared to take your case to trial if that’s what it takes to secure fair compensation. This willingness to fight—and our track record of success—often motivates insurance companies to offer better settlements to avoid facing us in court.
The Slip and Fall Claim Process with Keller & Keller
When you hire us, we don’t waste time. Our investigation starts immediately because evidence disappears fast in these cases.
Types of Slip and Fall Accidents We Handle
We handle all types of premises liability cases throughout New Mexico, and each one presents its own challenges.
The Hard Truth
Slip and Fall Statistics That Demand Action
The numbers tell a story that gets us fired up about fighting for justice in New Mexico.
Each year, there are about 3 million emergency department visits due to older people falls. Falls don’t discriminate—they affect people of all ages and backgrounds, turning ordinary days into medical emergencies that shouldn’t have happened.
The age-adjusted rate of initial injury-related emergency department visits for unintentional falls was 340.2 per 10,000 people for females and 280.4 for males in 2017-2018. Women are disproportionately affected, especially as they age.
Falls, slips, and trips resulted in 885 fatal work-related injuries across all sectors in 2023. What should have been safe workplaces became scenes of preventable tragedies.
Leading Causes of New Mexico Slip and Fall Accidents
Most slip and fall accidents are preventable, which is what makes them so infuriating. Understanding these causes helps us build stronger cases.
Slip and Fall Injuries We Represent
Slip and fall accidents don’t cause minor bumps and bruises—they cause life-changing injuries that turn families upside down.
Compensation Available for New Mexico Slip and Fall Accident Victims
If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to various types of compensation.
Economic Damages
These are quantifiable financial losses, including:
- Medical expenses (past, current, and future)
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Property damage (damaged clothing, personal items)
- Rehabilitation and physical therapy costs
- Home modification expenses for accessibility
- In-home care costs
Non-Economic Damages
These more subjective damages compensate for:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and trauma
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Disfigurement and scarring
- Loss of consortium (impact on marital relationship)
Punitive Damages
In rare cases involving extreme recklessness or intentional misconduct by property owners, New Mexico courts may award punitive damages designed to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar negligent behavior.
Wrongful Death Damages
When slip and fall accidents result in fatalities, surviving family members may recover compensation for funeral expenses, loss of financial support, loss of companionship, and the pain and suffering of their loved one before death.
How Keller & Keller Investigates New Mexico Slip and Fall Accident Cases
Our meticulous approach to evidence gathering builds the strongest possible foundation for your premises liability claim:
Setting the New Mexico Standard
Cutting-Edge Investigation Technology
While other law firms rely on outdated methods, Keller & Keller leverages cutting-edge technology to build stronger cases and win bigger settlements for our New Mexico slip and fall accident clients.
Professional drone documentation
Captures property conditions from angles impossible with traditional methods, providing evidence of hazardous conditions, inadequate lighting, and property maintenance issues
Advanced voice-over-IP networks
Enables real-time collaboration between attorneys, investigators, and expert witnesses, ensuring no detail about the dangerous condition is overlooked
Modern documentation tools
Local experts mobilize to capture detailed measurements, lighting levels, and surface conditions that often prove property owner negligence
Cloud-based case management
Provides you 24/7 access to your case information and status updates through secure client portals
Expert witness network
Allow us to conduct thorough property inspections within hours of an accident, before conditions are altered or repaired
Service Areas
New Mexico
Cities We Serve
What Sets Keller & Keller Apart
With so many law firms advertising their services, why choose Keller & Keller? The differences are clear.
Zero Fee Guarantee
We believe everyone deserves quality legal representation, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we work on a contingency basis—you pay absolutely nothing unless and until we win your case. No upfront costs, no hidden fees, no financial risk to you.
No Fee Until We Win!
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View More Testimonials“I was very pleased with the end result. It was more than what I expected.”
Chali
When I called Keller & Keller, they were very understanding. They set up a consultation. I came in with my family and, you know, we sat down and talked. They’re very nice people, very understanding, helped me through the whole thing, and made sure that, you know, we kept on fighting until we got what we wanted
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Free Consultation
We’ll evaluate your case honestly and explain your options in plain English. We’ll come to you—whether you’re at home, in the hospital, or wherever is convenient.
We Fight
Our experienced team fights to investigate thoroughly, deal with insurance companies, and handle all the legal complexities while you focus on getting better.
You Recover
Focus on healing while we handle the rest. We’ll fight for you like we’d fight for our own family, because that’s exactly how we see you.
Zero Fee Guarantee
We believe everyone deserves quality legal representation, regardless of their financial situation. That’s why we work on a contingency basis—you pay absolutely nothing unless and until we win your case. No upfront costs, no hidden fees, no financial risk to you.
The Keller Tradition:
Bringing Nearly a Century of Excellence to New Mexico
Frequently Asked Questions
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Albuquerque, NM Office
6301 Indian School Rd NE #920 Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 938-2300
