New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA
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At NMTLA we're dedicated to championing the freedom, justice, and equality all New Mexicans deserve.
A federal judge dismissed the DOJ's lawsuit seeking New Mexico voter registration data, preserving protections for sensitive voter information and reinforcing the rule of law. Read more:
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#JusticeMatters
#RuleOfLaw
#NewMexico
6 days ago
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Know your rights before you need them. Nick Mattison joins Feliz Rael on NM Legal Lowdown to discuss New Mexico's consumer protection laws and how the Unfair Practices Act helps protect consumers. 🎙️
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#JusticeMatters
#ConsumerRights
7 days ago
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Justice isn't about power. It's about having your day in court. A San Miguel County jury verdict reminds us why juries matter and why every person deserves the opportunity to be heard. Justice Matters. We Fight For It.
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#JusticeMatters
#NMTrialLawyers
7 days ago
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💊 Who influences the cost of your prescriptions? States and Congress are taking a closer look at Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and how healthcare consolidation may affect drug prices and patient access. Read more:
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#Healthcare
#PBM
#Affordability
8 days ago
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An announcement does not mean the work is finished. New Mexicans affected by the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire are still fighting for fair compensation. NMTLA member Brian Colón continues to advocate for these families. Justice Matters. We Fight For It.
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FEMA to pay more than $3.5B to survivors of the Hermit's Peak-Calf Canyon Fire in New Mexico
"When I read that FEMA agrees to pay $3.5 billion. I'm offended," Attorney Brian Colón said.
https://www.koat.com/article/fema-hermits-peak-calf-canyon-fire-new-mexico/71889539
11 days ago
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Thank you for listening. Four NM senators are making space for the public to be heard on Project Jupiter. When powerful interests make big promises, questions still matter.
#JusticeMatters
#NMTrialLawyers
12 days ago
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Recovery shouldn't lead to financial hardship. Healing doesn't end when a patient leaves the hospital. States are exploring ways to reduce the burden of medical debt so families can focus on recovery—not years of financial uncertainty.
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#JusticeMatters
#MedicalDebt
15 days ago
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Justice Matters. Alex Flores shares the wins trial lawyers are seeing in federal court as they fight the Trump Administration—and stand up for people against powerful interests. That’s worth celebrating as America enters its 250th year.
#JusticeMatters
#NMTrialLawyers
#Accountability
#America250
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17 days ago
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Justice matters. That’s why trial lawyers are fighting for people in the face of the Trump Administration. Kathy Love shares how NMTLA has been showing up for those facing unlawful deportation. The people we fight for are worth celebrating.
#JusticeMatters
#NMTrialLawyers
#America250
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18 days ago
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As we head into Independence Day weekend, we reflect on the principles that shaped our nation—and the responsibility to protect them. Liberty. Justice. Responsibility. Worth Protecting.
#JusticeMatters
#AccessToJustice
19 days ago
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Justice means accountability. When institutions fail, the civil justice system provides a path to seek answers, encourage transparency, and help drive reforms that protect others. Justice Matters. We Fight For It. 📰 Read the Associated Press story:
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San Francisco Archdiocese agrees to pay $395 million to settle child sex abuse lawsuits
The San Francisco Catholic Archdiocese has agreed to pay $395 million to settle over 500 lawsuits alleging child sexual abuse by church officials.
https://apnews.com/article/san-francisco-archdiocese-sexual-abuse-settlement-5a236f6da62c5eb8af0d85c3887a819d
21 days ago
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Justice Matters. We Fight For It. Justice starts with being seen, heard, and understood. Christopher Papaleo shares why lived experience and representation matter—and why trial lawyers fight to make sure every New Mexican has a voice when it matters most.
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#NMTrialLawyers
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22 days ago
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Without access to justice, rights remain words on paper. Recent headlines remind us that rights matter only when people can have their claims heard in court. Justice Matters. We Fight For It.
#JusticeMatters
26 days ago
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Many patients, providers, and advocates have known this for years: when multimillion-dollar corporations prioritize financial interests over people, access to care suffers. Patients and providers deserve a healthcare system that puts people first. Accountability matters.
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#nmhealth
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New Mexico lawmakers press Presbyterian Health Plan over changes
"When the need is great but the money’s not, there’s an exodus," said Rep. Patricia Roybal Caballero, D-Albuquerque.
https://www.santafenewmexican.com/news/legislature/new-mexico-lawmakers-press-presbyterian-health-plan-over-changes/article_2e394c9d-943c-4f3f-8c56-f9c5b3af6c6e.html
29 days ago
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Uber & Lyft sold us safety. Now Congress is considering Amendment 041, which could make it harder to hold rideshare companies accountable when sexual assault occurs on their platforms. Tell Congress: Strike Amendment 041.
#Strike041
about 1 month ago
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🏳️🌈 New episode of NM Legal Lowdown. Chris Papaleo joins Feliz Rael to discuss New Mexico's legal protections for LGBTQ+ people, recent legal developments, and why access to justice matters. 🎧 Watch:
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▶️ Subscribe for future episodes.
#NMLegalLowdown
#JusticeMatters
#CivilRights
about 1 month ago
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What's driving New Mexico's healthcare crisis? Read a new opinion from Cherie LaCour, trial lawyer and NMTLA Board Member:
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about 1 month ago
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New Mexico is taking steps to strengthen healthcare access while supporting physician recruitment and retention across our state. Read more:
bit.ly/NMCareMatters
Justice Matters. We fight for it.
about 2 months ago
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New Mexico's citizen legislature works because people from different backgrounds bring real-world experience to the table. Civil plaintiff attorneys don't fight for control. We fight to ensure everyday New Mexicans have a voice. Justice Matters. We Fight For It.
#JusticeMatters
#7thAmendment
about 2 months ago
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he courtroom may not be the only place your case is being discussed. Media requests. Social conversations. Public narratives. Join us for The Court of Public Opinion: Working with Media & Owning the Message — an NMTLA members-only CLE with practical takeaways. Register:
www.nmtla.org
2 months ago
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Remembering sacrifice. Honoring service. Continuing the work. From Thurgood Marshall to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, generations have helped strengthen access to justice and the rule of law. Justice Matters. We Fight For It.
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2 months ago
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New NM Legal Lowdown episode: Kathy Love joins Feliz Rael to discuss accountability, consumer protection, and how lawsuits can create lasting change. Justice Matters. We Fight For It. 🎥
youtu.be/a8MpjBUaIw4
2 months ago
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More than 15 New Mexico trial lawyers are volunteering their time to defend people facing alleged ICE abuses of power and constitutional violations. As NM AG Raúl Torrez noted, lawmakers acted after “documented harms” in detention facilities. Justice matters. We fight for it.
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2 months ago
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A jury found harm. Now comes the harder question: what changes? Meta is back in court in New Mexico — focused on what comes next. Justice Matters. We fight for it. 👉
bit.ly/NM-Meta-Update
3 months ago
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Civil rights don’t enforce themselves. As legal protections evolve, advocacy becomes essential. Trial lawyers help ensure rights are more than words.
#CivilRights
#AccessToJustice
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US Supreme Court limits use of race in congressional district remaps, diluting Voting Rights Act • Source New Mexico
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office on Monday invoked an upcoming landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision on the role of race in drawing congressional districts to justify the Republican’s proposed gerryma...
https://sourcenm.com/2026/04/29/repub/us-supreme-court-limits-use-of-race-in-congressional-district-remaps-diluting-voting-rights-act/
3 months ago
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Awareness doesn’t end when April does. Supporting survivors — and ensuring accountability — is a year-round responsibility.
#SAAM
#SupportSurvivors
#AccessToJustice
3 months ago
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Nearly 250,000 New Mexico children are breathing unhealthy levels of pollution. Clean air is a public health issue — and when communities are impacted, accountability matters. Worth reading:
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Nearly 250,000 New Mexico kids face unhealthy air, report says
American Lung Association ranks Albuquerque and Las Cruces among 20 worst U.S. cities for ozone pollution, raising health concerns for children.
https://bit.ly/4t2UcGr
3 months ago
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It’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month. A deadline is approaching for survivors in the El Paso Diocese bankruptcy. As attorney Levi Monagle notes, this process isn’t easy—trial lawyers help ensure survivors are heard and supported.
#SAAM
#JusticeForSurvivors
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Ticking clock for abuse claims in El Paso Diocese bankruptcy; what’s next for both sides
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A federal bankruptcy judge has established an absolute deadline of Sept. 11 for survivors of alleged clergy abuse to file claims for compensation against the Catholic …
https://www.ktsm.com/news/ticking-clock-for-abuse-claims-in-el-paso-diocese-bankruptcy-whats-next-for-both-sides/
3 months ago
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🎙️ New NM Legal Lowdown episode is live Episode 4 features host Feliz Rael with Albuquerque trial lawyer Ben Davis discussing insurance bad faith and how the law holds insurers accountable to policyholders. 📺 Watch:
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#NMTLA
#NMLegal
#TrialLawyers
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When Insurance Companies Fail Their Own Clients, with Ben Davis
YouTube video by NM Trial Lawyers Association
https://youtu.be/straytdxk5U
3 months ago
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Kathy Love named 2026 NMTLF Amicus Award recipient—honoring decades of advocacy for justice, accountability, and access in New Mexico. Read more:
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3 months ago
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Full lineup just dropped for the NM Tort Law Update. Join us at Tamaya (highly encouraged) or attend virtually. Swipe through the presenters ↓ Late fee starts Friday night:
bit.ly/40kkOHd
4 months ago
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You asked for more in-person CLE — here it is. Tort Update at Tamaya (or virtual). Scroll the lineup ↓ ⏳ Late fee starts Friday at 11:59 p.m.
bit.ly/40kkOHd
4 months ago
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…and the Kitchen Sink. A fast-paced close with the cases you may have missed — but shouldn’t. If you’ve been meaning to make an in-person CLE this year, this is a good one. ⏳ Late rate begins after Friday
bit.ly/40kkOHd
4 months ago
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Cases pending on appeal and key issues in prison & jail litigation. Timely, practical, and directly relevant to your work. 📅 April 10
4 months ago
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From evidence to legislative updates to insurance law — the issues shaping your cases right now, all in one place.
4 months ago
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Civil procedure + workers’ comp — covered. What’s changed, how it’s playing out, and what to expect moving forward. 📍 Even better in person
4 months ago
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The full lineup is set for the 45th Annual Update on New Mexico Tort Law. A full day of practical updates across the issues shaping your cases right now. April 10 | Tamaya + virtual option Late rate begins after Friday
bit.ly/40kkOHd
4 months ago
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Legislative developments + additional cases worth knowing. Two sessions at the 45th Annual Update on NM Tort Law: • Legislative Update (Koob, Vargas, Love) • …And the Kitchen Sink (Thompson) Register:
bit.ly/40kkOHd
4 months ago
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A New Mexico jury delivers a verdict against Meta, finding failure to disclose potential mental health harms to minors. A reminder of the role juries play in accountability and public safety.
www.npr.org/2026/03/24/g...
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New Mexico jury says Meta harms children's mental health and safety, violating state law
The jury agreed that Meta engaged in "unconscionable" trade practices that unfairly took advantage of the vulnerabilities of and inexperience of children. Jurors found there were thousands of violatio...
https://www.npr.org/2026/03/24/g-s1-115019/new-mexico-meta-children-mental-health
4 months ago
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Insurance law in New Mexico continues to evolve. Geoff Romero and Ray Vargas, II will present the Insurance Law Update at the 45th Annual Update on NM Tort Law, covering key developments in coverage and bad faith with practical insight for attorneys. 🔗
bit.ly/40kkOHd
4 months ago
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🎙️ New NM Legal Lowdown episode is live In Episode 3, Feliz Rael sits down with Cid Lopez to discuss healthcare, insurance, and the law in NM—challenging malpractice narratives, unpacking hospital caps, and examining private equity’s role in rural care. ▶️ Watch:
youtu.be/ArBn0eXcTzM
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Insurance, Healthcare, and Law: The State of Play in New Mexico, with Cid Lopez
YouTube video by NM Trial Lawyers Association
https://youtu.be/ArBn0eXcTzM
4 months ago
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Prison & jail litigation in focus. Join Samuel Walker and Lalita Moskowitz at the Tort Update CLE for practical insight into litigation involving custodial settings. Open to all attorneys. Register today.
bit.ly/40kkOHd
4 months ago
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Two more presenters join the 45th Annual Update on NM Tort Law CLE. Alexandra Cervantes will present the Evidence Update, and Mish Miera-Rosete will present Cases Pending Appeal, reviewing developments affecting litigation practice in NM courts. Register:
bit.ly/40kkOHd
#CLE
#NewMexicoLaw
#NMTLA
4 months ago
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We are proud to honor Kathy Love at the 2026 NMTLF Amicus Gala. Join colleagues and supporters of civil justice as we celebrate a remarkable career and the work of the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Foundation. Details & tickets:
nmtla.org
#NMTLA
#AmicusGala
4 months ago
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Veronica Dorato and Derek Weems of Dorato & Weems LLC will present the Workers’ Compensation Update at the upcoming NM Tort Law Update CLE, highlighting key developments affecting workers’ compensation practice in New Mexico. Register:
bit.ly/40kkOHd
#NMTLA
#NMLaw
#CLE
4 months ago
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NMTLA Board members Julio Romero and Chris Papaleo, along with Alexandra Cervantes, President of the NMTLA Foundation, spoke with students at an APS elementary school career fair about careers in law and public service.
#NMTLA
#FutureLeaders
4 months ago
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👩⚖️ Presenter Spotlight Nikko Harada and Larissa Lozano will present the Civil Procedure Update at the New Mexico Tort Law Update CLE. Swipe to meet the presenters. 📅 April 10, 2026 📍 Hybrid CLE Register:
bit.ly/40kkOHd
#NMTLA
#NewMexicoLaw
4 months ago
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The NMTLA Foundation is proud to honor Kathy Love at the 2026 Amicus Gala in recognition of her extraordinary contributions to the legal profession and her lasting impact on the New Mexico legal community. Tickets and sponsorship packages available:
bit.ly/4b5HGAw
4 months ago
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Stay current on the latest developments shaping New Mexico tort law. The 2026 Tort Update CLE brings together experienced practitioners to discuss key cases, legislative developments, and emerging issues impacting civil litigation across the state 🔗
bit.ly/40kkOHd
#NMTLA
#TrialLawyers
#NMLaw
#CLE
4 months ago
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New NM Legal Lowdown Episode 2 🎙️ Feliz Rael speaks with Johanna Bencomo (NM Safety Over Profit / Las Cruces City Council) about safety issues affecting New Mexicans today. 📺 Watch on the NMTLA YouTube:
youtu.be/ySSl3wB4MKg
Also available on the NMTLA website, Apple, Spotify, and Amazon Music.
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Standing Up for Survivors of Corporate Greed in New Mexico, with Johana Bencomo
YouTube video by NM Trial Lawyers Association
https://youtu.be/ySSl3wB4MKg
5 months ago
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