Albuquerque-based med-mal lawyer Cid Lopez breaks down the state of healthcare, insurance, and law in this conversation with host Feliz Rael. From dismantling the narrative that malpractice verdicts are driving doctors out of New Mexico to deconstructing the state’s caps on damages for hospitals to detailing private equity’s threat on rural healthcare, Cid offers part history lesson-part clarion call. Tune in for his suggested solutions. Spoiler: Caps on damages isn’t one. Reining in insurance premiums is.

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Driverless semis have been tested on New Mexico roads. For Johana Bencomo, the safety risks inherent in such vehicles are one reason why New Mexicans need New Mexico Safety Over Profit, a network of victims and survivors of profit-driven systems. In September, she took over as executive director. In this conversation with host Feliz Rael, Johana explains that the group’s mission is to foster a community where people can advocate for policies that make New Mexicans safer. Johana also represents District 4 for the city of Las Cruces, and she reflects on her experiences as an elected official. She urges anyone who feels that the political system is demoralizing to remember that most lawmakers are open to hearing constituents’ stories. “I think stories change hearts and minds more than data.”

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☑️ New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

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The inaugural episode of “New Mexico Legal Lowdown” – the podcast dedicated to helping non-lawyers understand how the law works for them – introduces listeners to Brian Colón, managing partner of Singleton Schreiber's New Mexico offices. “I really try and live a life of gratitude and service. I should not be here. I'm sitting here on the sixth floor in uptown Albuquerque working for a firm that is just filled with fearless advocates,” he tells host Feliz Rael. Tune in as Brian shares how his firm advocates for clients in personal injury cases and also how it supports New Mexico communities with pro bono and philanthropic service.

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☑️ New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

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