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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.

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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Hurt at work—what happens next? Ben Sherman joins Feliz Rael on NM Legal Lowdown to explain workers’ comp in New Mexico, including reporting an injury, medical care, attorney fees and protections for undocumented workers. 🎧 Episode 9: youtu.be/tQ0H95ivFt4
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Lupe Baca went to the ER with a severe headache, weakness and balance problems. Hours later, she was sent home. The next day, she learned she’d had a stroke. Trial lawyer Chris Papaleo stood beside her and fought to make sure she was heard. Justice Matters. We Fight For It.
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Doctors say punishing workloads and burnout are making it harder to provide the care their patients deserve. Their message: Patients over profits. When doctors speak up for their patients, we should listen. bit.ly/4y24qdy #JusticeMatters #PatientSafety
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
After losing her home in the Hermit’s Peak–Calf Canyon Fire, Kayt faced an overwhelming claims process. With trial lawyer Brian Colón advocating for her, she could finally sleep at night. Justice Matters. We Fight For It. #JusticeMatters #NMTrialLawyers
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
NMTLA member Joachim Marjon discusses open carry, the Second Amendment and public safety on KRQE/FOX 505. 🎥 Watch: www.krqe.com/fox-505/ #JusticeMatters #NewMexicoLaw
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
A federal trial is examining allegations involving children’s privacy, safety and how Meta’s platforms are designed. It follows a significant ruling against Meta here in New Mexico. When design can cause harm, accountability matters. bit.ly/45N8vpt #JusticeMatters
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
A new federal trial is putting Meta's child-safety practices before a jury — after New Mexico already took its own case to trial. When accountability is at stake, the courts matter. Child safety. Accountability. Justice. bit.ly/4cP4ftk
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
When power is abused, accountability matters. NMTLA member Chris O’Cleireachain represented a woman in a civil rights case involving a former NM State Police sergeant accused of sexual assault. Civil courts provide a path to accountability. bit.ly/4zpgTZJ
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
“This is not cosmetic, it’s medical.” Las Cruces mom Kylene Ramirez challenged an insurance denial and became the first New Mexican to secure coverage for her son’s NAM cleft treatment. Her advocacy helped open a path for other NM families. #JusticeMatters www.abqjournal.com/news/las-cru...
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NM mom fights insurance to cover son's cleft treatment
Kylene Ramirez became the first person in New Mexico to get her son's cleft palate NAM treatment covered by insurance.
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
🎙️ NEW: NM Legal Lowdown, Episode 8 What does a civil rights violation mean when the person harmed is a child? Feliz Rael talks with F. Michael Hart about children's civil rights, NM constitutional protections & decades of representing children. Watch: youtu.be/VHSQRtFGfPo
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Justice for all New Mexicans matters. The New Mexico Court of Appeals reaffirmed that access to justice means having the opportunity to present your claims in court. Justice belongs to everyone. Read more: bit.ly/4fUyxMb #JusticeMatters #AccessToJustice
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Four years after the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire, many Northern New Mexico families are still waiting for the relief they were promised. Brian Colón discusses accountability, delays in the claims process, and why access to justice matters. 🎧 bit.ly/HermitsPeakJ... #JusticeMatters #HermitsPeak
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Congratulations to NMTLA member Brian S. Colón on being elected President of the NALEO Board of Directors for the 2026–2027 term. We're proud to see New Mexico leadership recognized on the national stage. Congratulations, Brian! 👏 bit.ly/4wsIDuI
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Brian Colon, becomes President at National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) - Albuquerque Business First
Connect with professionals in the Albuquerque business community. Albuquerque People on the Move.
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
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: bit.ly/457ffhw #JusticeMatters #RuleOfLaw #NewMexico
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
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. 🎙️ youtu.be/6Tw5has-eAE #JusticeMatters #ConsumerRights
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
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. bit.ly/4wHiYOA #JusticeMatters #NMTrialLawyers
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
💊 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: bit.ly/44t38et #Healthcare #PBM #Affordability
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
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.
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
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. bit.ly/3Tmcara #JusticeMatters #MedicalDebt
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
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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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
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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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
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: bit.ly/4bhnVFu
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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.
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
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. #JusticeMatters #NMTrialLawyers
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
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. #nmleg #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.
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
🏳️‍🌈 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: youtu.be/WVcYbdhPQG4 ▶️ Subscribe for future episodes. #NMLegalLowdown #JusticeMatters #CivilRights
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
What's driving New Mexico's healthcare crisis? Read a new opinion from Cherie LaCour, trial lawyer and NMTLA Board Member: bit.ly/4ea1bIl
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
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.
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
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. bit.ly/4tKBUdq
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
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. bit.ly/4dGvd6r
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Civil rights don’t enforce themselves. As legal protections evolve, advocacy becomes essential. Trial lawyers help ensure rights are more than words. #CivilRights #AccessToJustice sourcenm.com/2026/04/29/r...
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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...
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Awareness doesn’t end when April does. Supporting survivors — and ensuring accountability — is a year-round responsibility. #SAAM #SupportSurvivors #AccessToJustice
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
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: bit.ly/4t2UcGr
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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.
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
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 …
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
🎙️ 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: youtu.be/straytdxk5U #NMTLA #NMLegal #TrialLawyers
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When Insurance Companies Fail Their Own Clients, with Ben Davis
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Kathy Love named 2026 NMTLF Amicus Award recipient—honoring decades of advocacy for justice, accountability, and access in New Mexico. Read more: bit.ly/4cqZCVl
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
…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
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Cases pending on appeal and key issues in prison & jail litigation. Timely, practical, and directly relevant to your work. 📅 April 10
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
From evidence to legislative updates to insurance law — the issues shaping your cases right now, all in one place.
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Civil procedure + workers’ comp — covered. What’s changed, how it’s playing out, and what to expect moving forward. 📍 Even better in person
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New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association — NMTLA @justice4allnm.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
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
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