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Hampton, VA 23669
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10/16/2026

WE'RE HIRING: PRE-LITIGATION ATTORNEY

The Smith Law Center and The Brain Injury Law Center are looking for an experienced trial attorney to join our team in Hampton, Virginia.

If you're a strong trial lawyer who believes in standing up for injured people, leading a team, and making a real difference in clients' lives, we'd like to hear from you.

Bring your legal experience, negotiation skills, and leadership abilities to a team committed to exceptional client service and results.

Contact Felix Mesa at [email protected] or 757-244-7000

10/05/2026

Things people do after a crash that can hurt their claim.

You're shaken up. Your car is damaged. You may be hurt. And you're probably not thinking about what could affect an insurance claim weeks or months from now.

But some common decisions can make things much harder later.

-- Saying “I'm fine” when you're not sure.--
Some injuries don't show up immediately. Don't minimize what you're feeling.

-- Giving a recorded statement without understanding why it's being requested. -- You don't have to guess what questions could affect your claim.

-- Posting about the crash on social media. -- That innocent-looking photo or comment could be taken out of context.

-- Waiting too long to get medical attention. -- If you're injured, getting appropriate medical care should be a priority.

-- Throwing away evidence. -- Keep photos, medical records, bills, repair estimates, insurance correspondence and anything else related to the crash.

-- Assuming the insurance company's version of events is the final word. -- Insurance companies investigate claims to protect their interests. You should have someone looking out for yours, too.

After a serious crash, what you do next can matter.

If you've been injured, take care of yourself first—and think carefully before making decisions that could affect your future claim.

Smith Law Center. We Hit Back.

09/22/2026

After a crash, your phone can be more than a way to call for help.

It can become an important record of what happened.

If you're able, consider photographing:

- The vehicles
- The roadway
- Traffic signs and signals
- Skid marks
- Debris
- Visible injuries
- Damage from multiple angles

And don't forget the little things.

Save texts, emails, insurance communications and other information related to the crash.

You don't know which detail may matter later.

And if you're seriously injured, don't worry about becoming an investigator yourself.

Your first priority is getting medical care.

09/15/2026

WE ARE HIRING CAREER CASE MANAGERS

We are looking for caring, career-minded Case Managers to join our team to help clients and their families deal with some of life’s most difficult and challenging moments.

We help people throughout Virginia and across America.
The work we do dramatically changes lives - FOR THE BETTER.

We are not a high-volume, personal injury mill.

We believe every injured individual who reaches out is a person and not a number, who deserves to be heard, cared for, and treated like a human being.

We’re looking for someone seeking a profession who:
• Desires a long-term career
• Takes pride in their work
• Truly cares about helping people
• Is organized, compassionate, and driven
• Understands that behind every case is a person and a family who needs help

Our team has recovered more than $1 BILLION for our clients, and our success has never been just about the numbers. It’s about the people and families we’ve been able to help along the way.

TO APPLY, contact Felix Mesa | [email protected]

09/04/2026

AFTER THE CRASH: THE INJURIES YOU CAN'T ALWAYS SEE

You survived the crash. Your car is damaged. You're shaken up. But you don't feel seriously hurt.

So you're probably okay… right? Not necessarily.

Some injuries don't show themselves immediately. Adrenaline can temporarily mask pain, and symptoms can develop hours—or even days—after a collision.

WATCH FOR THESE WARNING SIGNS:

Headaches, dizziness or confusion - Especially after a blow to the head or a sudden jolt.

Blurred vision or sensitivity to light

Neck or back pain - Whiplash and other soft-tissue injuries aren't always obvious right away.

Muscle stiffness or increasing soreness - Pain that gets worse instead of better shouldn't be ignored.

Numbness or tingling - Particularly in your arms, hands, legs or feet.

Unusual fatigue or changes in sleep

Problems concentrating or remembering things

Nausea or feeling unusually unwell

And here's an important one: Pay attention to changes in how you feel. You know your body. If something doesn't feel right after a crash, don't simply assume it will go away.

When in doubt, get checked out.

Your health comes first. A medical professional can determine whether you have an injury and whether you need treatment or follow-up care.

The most serious injury isn't always the one you can see.

This is Day 5 of our “After the Crash” series. What was the most surprising thing you learned this week?

09/03/2026

AFTER THE CRASH: WHAT EVIDENCE SHOULD YOU SAVE?
After a crash, your first priority is your health and safety.

But once you're safe, start preserving evidence. You may need it later, and some evidence can disappear surprisingly fast.

TAKE PHOTOS & VIDEO
Don't just photograph the damage to your vehicle. If it's safe, document:
• Damage to all vehicles involved
• The accident scene and roadway
• Skid marks, debris, and vehicle positions
• Traffic lights, signs, and road conditions
• Weather or visibility conditions
• Any visible injuries

If you have dashcam footage, surveillance footage, or other video that may have captured the crash, preserve it as soon as possible. Some video systems automatically record over older footage.

SAVE YOUR PHONE RECORDS
Keep photos, videos, texts, emails, and other communications related to the crash. Don't delete anything, even if you think it's unimportant.

GET WITNESS INFORMATION
If someone saw what happened, get their name and contact information. Witnesses can be difficult to locate later.

KEEP YOUR DOCUMENTS
Save copies of:
• The police/crash report
• Insurance information
• Medical records and bills
• Prescriptions
• Repair estimates and invoices
• Receipts for crash-related expenses

DOCUMENT YOUR INJURIES
Keep track of your symptoms and how they're affecting your daily life. A simple journal can help you remember when symptoms started, how they change, and what activities you can no longer do.

Bottom line: Don't assume something isn't important. Save it. You can always decide later that you don't need it.

09/02/2026

AFTER THE CRASH: WHAT SHOULD YOU NOT SAY TO THE INSURANCE COMPANY?

After a crash, you may get a call from an insurance adjuster asking what happened. You want to be helpful. But be careful what you say. Something you say casually could later be used to challenge your claim.

AVOID SAYING:

“I’m fine.”
You may be trying to be polite—but you don't necessarily know the full extent of your injuries yet.

“I’m not hurt.”
Some injuries don't become apparent until hours or days after a crash.

“I’m sorry.”
Don't apologize or accept blame before all the facts are known.

“I wasn't paying attention.”
Don't speculate about what caused the crash or make statements that could be interpreted as admitting fault.

“It was my fault.”
Determining responsibility is more complicated than a conversation at the scene or over the phone.

“I think I was going about ___ mph.”
If you're not certain, don't guess. You don't have to speculate.

“I don't need medical treatment.”
You aren't qualified to make that determination immediately after a crash. Let a medical professional evaluate you.

What should you do instead?

Be truthful. Stick to the facts you know. Don't guess, speculate, minimize your injuries, or give more information than you're certain about.

And remember: the insurance adjuster works for the insurance company, NOT FOR YOU.

If you're seriously injured or your claim is becoming complicated, consider speaking with an attorney before giving a recorded statement or making decisions about your claim.

09/01/2026

AFTER THE CRASH: WHEN SHOULD YOU SEE A DOCTOR?
You walk away from a crash thinking, “I feel fine.” But here's the problem: not every injury shows up immediately.

The adrenaline following a collision can temporarily mask pain and other symptoms. Some injuries may not become apparent until hours, or even days, later.

You should consider seeing a doctor if you experience:
• Headaches or dizziness
• Neck or back pain
• Numbness or tingling
• Difficulty concentrating or remembering things
• Blurred vision or sensitivity to light
• Nausea or unusual fatigue
• Joint or muscle pain
• Sleep problems
• Any pain that gets worse instead of better
• Any symptom that concerns you after the crash

And don't wait for symptoms if you were involved in a significant collision. A medical professional can evaluate you and determine whether further treatment or testing is necessary.

Your health comes first. But medical records can also document your injuries, symptoms, and treatment following the crash. That's important if you later need to make an insurance claim.

08/31/2026

This week, we’re going to be focusing on what you should do after the crash. A crash can leave you shaken, confused, and unsure of what to do next. Here are the first steps that matter:

GET TO A SAFE LOCATION.
If you can safely move your vehicle out of traffic, do so. Turn on your hazard lights.

CHECK FOR INJURIES.
Check yourself and your passengers. If anyone is seriously injured, call 911 immediately.

CALL THE POLICE.
Even if the crash seems minor, having an official crash report can be important later.

EXCHANGE INFORMATION.
Get the other driver's name, phone number, driver's license information, insurance information, and license plate number.

TAKE PICTURES.
Photograph the vehicles, damage, roadway, traffic signs, skid marks, and anything else that may help document what happened.

GET WITNESS INFORMATION.
If someone saw what happened, ask for their name and contact information.

DON'T ARGUE ABOUT FAULT.
Stick to the facts when speaking with the other driver, witnesses, and police. You don't need to decide who was responsible at the scene.

PAY ATTENTION TO HOW YOU FEEL.
Adrenaline can mask pain and other symptoms immediately after a crash. If you begin experiencing pain, dizziness, headaches, confusion, or other symptoms, seek medical attention.

Save this post. You may never need it—but if you do, you'll be glad you have it.

Tomorrow: When should you see a doctor after a crash?

08/30/2026

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