Mark Caruso

Mark Caruso and Caruso Law Offices only handle personal injury and wrongful death claims. This lets us focus our entire practice just on personal injury and wrongful death, and explains why we are so good at what we do. The majority of our new clients are referred to our firm by former clients, other attorneys who don't handle personal injury claims and insurance agents. A former insurance comapany attorney, Mark Caruso now works for victims with personal injuries and families suffering the wrongful death of their loved one to get the maximum amount possible from the insurance company. Mark Caruso knows the "ins and outs" of the insurance business, and he will use his experience to get you the best outcome. A graduate of Pepperdine University School of Law in California and the National College of Trial Advocacy, Mark is licensed in both New Mexico and California. He has been an attorney for 32 years. The attorneys and staff at Caruso Law Offices have been personally trained by Mark Caruso to only handle personal injury and wrongful death claims. Our primary practice is in the area of car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, pedestrian and semi-truck collisions. We can refer you to medical doctors, orthopedic surgeons, chiropractors, neurologists, dentists, accupuncturists, physical therapists, licensed medical massage therapists and other specialists who will agree to wait until your case settles before they need to be paid any money whatsoever. We have 2 offices in Albuquerque to serve you--our main Northeast Heights office is near Montgomery NE and Carlisle NE and our West side office is near Coors NW and Interstate 40. We offer a free no obligation and confidential consultation with Mark Caruso to personally discuss your personal injury or your family's wrongful death claim. Call us at 505-883-5000 to make an appointment. Mark can usually meet with you within 24 hours at our office, your home, your workplace or the hospital. We will meet you after hours

• Personal Injury
• Insurance Claims
• Legal Malpractice

• Wrongful Death Claims
• Car Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Commercial Vehicle and Semi-Truck Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Bicycle Accidents
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Bus Accidents
• DWI Accidents
• Hit and Run Accidents
• Uninsured Motorist Claims
• Government Vehicle Accidents
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Spinal Injuries

• Free Consultation
  Call (505) 883-5000 now to personally speak to attorney Mark Caruso, not a paralegal or legal assistant. Caruso will give you a free consultation by phone or in person. We have two offices in Albuquerque--Northeast Heights (Montgomery & Carlisle) or Westside (Coors & I-40). We will meet you in the evening and weekends. We visit you at home, work or the hospital. We handle cases state wide New Mexico.
• Contingent Fees
  We discount our contingency attorney fee to 29%. Don't pay a higher 33 1/3% fee when you can get a discounted fee with an attorney who used to be an insurance company attorney and has 30 years of experience. Attorneys who charge the higher attorney fee need to pay for their high priced advertising. Caruso Law Offices doesn't advertise on television, billboards or the sides of buses so our advertising overhead is much lower. We pass this savings to our clients who put more money in their pocket with the discounted 29% fee.
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  No money up front. We are paid an attorney fee only if you win. Discounted 29% contingency fee. We can refer you to a health care provider who will directly bill the at fault person's insurance company. You won't need to pay a deductible, co-pay or worry about monthly bills. We know who the best health care providers are in Albuquerque and surrounding areas because we have been operating our personal injury practice in Albuquerque since 1987. Call us today at (505) 883 5000 for a free consultation.

California

Since 1982

New Mexico

Since 1987

Partner

Caruso Law Offices, PC

1982 - Current

State Representative

New Mexico Legislature

1991 - 1995

Pepperdine University School of Law

J.D. | Litigation

1979 - 1982

Honors: American Jurisprudence Award, Honor Board, Dean's List,

Pepperdine University

B.S. | Business Administration/Marketing

1975 - 1979

Honors: Magna Cum Laude, Honor Board, Dean's List

Top Contributor Award--Personal Injury

Avvo

2012

Client Distinction Award

Martindale-Hubbell

2012

10.0/10.0 Superb Rating

AVVO Lawyer Ratings

2012

Client Choice Award in Personal Injury

Avvo

2012

American Jurisprudence Awards

AmJur

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2013 - Current

Activities: Top 100 Trial Attorneys in New Mexico

National Trial Lawyers

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in NM

2012 - Current

ASLA

Top 100 Lawyers in New Mexico

2012 - Current

Martindale Hubbell

Client Distinction Award

2012 - Current

Lead Cousel Rating

Lead Counsel Rating for Personal Injury

2012 - Current

Merchant Circle

Top Legal Merchant, Albuquerque

2012 - Current

DEX Media

SuperGuarantee Certified Law Firm

2012 - Current

AVVO Lawyer Ratings

Top Personal Injury Attorney

2012 - Current

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Life Member

2012 - Current

Mothers Against Drunk Drivers

Attorney Advisory Committee

2011 - Current

Better Business Bureau A+ Rating

A+ Rated Certified Member

2010 - Current

Activities: A+ Rating by Consumers

AVVO Lawyer Ratings

10/10 Highest Rating

2010 - Current

Activities: Rating of 10.0 out of 10.0, Superb Rating

New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1988 - Current

American Association for Justice

Member

1988 - Current

New Mexico State Bar

Member

1987 - Current

American Association for Justice

Member

1987 - Current

New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1987 - Current

California State Bar

Member

1982 - Current

APD Reports Help Determin Who is at Fault in Your Albuquerque Car Accident

Mark Caruso

New Mexico Truck Accidents--Who Is At Fault?

Mark Caruso

Parents Take Action to Prevent Albuquerque Teen Driving Accidents

Mark Caruso

Client Distinction Award

Martindale-Hubbell

AVVO Rating of 10/10 Superb

Avvo

Certified Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

A+ Rating

Better Business Bureau

Q. I received a summons due to careless driving. I was driving to work and had an accident. What are my options.

10 December 2018

A: Thank you for contacting Caruso Law Offices. You will need a criminal attorney in the county where the citation was issued. (Not saying that you are a criminal, but criminal attorneys handle citations like the careless driving citation you received.) We don't handle these types of cases. We only handle personal injury and wrongful death cases.

Q. Would arbitration ever be preferable to a lawsuit in a personal injury case involving a car accident where both people

1 February 2017

A: I think you are asking whether an arbitration is preferable to a jury trial. Arbitrations are typically much less expensive, quicker and easier than a jury trial. An arbitration is typically done before a single arbitrator or group of arbitrators and is typically completed in less than one day.

Q. Is restitution allowed in addition to bodily injury liability payments?

22 April 2013

A: You cannot get double recovery on your claim.

Q. What is the statuate of limitations on damage to property of a household member?

22 April 2013

A: The statute of limitation for damage claims is 3 years. An exception is when the claim for damages is against a governmental entity such as the state, county, city, school when the statute of limitations is 2 years.

Q. Can i sue a direct tv employee who assaulted me with a 2 1/4" metal pipe that was 5 ft long during a road rage incident?

22 April 2013

A: Yes. This is clearly an assault and battery. Not only is it a criminal act but it is a civil act as well.In a civil claim you can get damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost earnings and punitive damages. Because he was in the scope of his employment, his company may also be responsible.

Q. Can I add lost wages to my personal injury law suit ?

22 April 2013

A: YES. New Mexico law specifically permits a damage claim for lost earnings and future earnings in a personal injury suit sucha as a car or truck accident. Remember, the lost earnings and future earnings must result from the injuries you received in the accident. If a physician tells you to stay off work from the injuries make sure that he gives you something in writing. You can give this documentation to your employer but also keep a copy for yourself. Also, keep track of time that you might take off work for doctor's appointments, etc. You are paid by the insurance company for any time you actually don't get paid but also for any sick time, vacation pay or annual pay that you use to pay you while you are out. The vacation, annual and sick pay are banked, so when you use them they cannot be replaced.

Q. Can your lawyer give u an advance on your settlement

22 April 2013

A: NO. The Rules of Professional Responsibility for the State of NM prohibit a direct advancement of cash or other benefit to a client. The only exception is for litigation and case expenses and costs. However, an attorney in NM is permitted to sign a protection agreement between a client and a third party advance company such as Oasis Advanced Loan or others commonly seen on television.