Can Reddit give you good legal advice after a car accident? Sometimes—but there's a lot more to the story.

After the Accident

After the Accident
Can Reddit give you good legal advice after a car accident? Sometimes—but there's a lot more to the story.
Aug 14, 2026
Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers

In this episode of Jim's Gems, Jim Hurley is joined by Cooper Hurley partner Bill O'Mara for a new format inspired by real questions posted on Reddit. Together, they unpack common concerns from people involved in serious car accidents, including hit-and-run crashes, red-light collisions, finding witnesses, and what not to post on social media while your case is pending. 

Jim and Bill also explain Virginia's strict contributory negligence law, why early investigation can make or break a case, and how contingency fees work so injury victims can understand what to expect before hiring an attorney. Whether you've recently been injured or simply want to be prepared, this episode offers practical advice straight from the Car Crash Experts. 

In this episode, you'll learn: 

  •  How to find witnesses after a hit-and-run accident 
  •  Why your social media posts can impact your injury claim 
  •  How contributory negligence affects Virginia car accident cases 
  •  Why early investigation is critical to preserving evidence 
  •  How personal injury attorneys are paid—and why there's no upfront cost to clients 


If you have questions about a car accident or injury claim, the team at Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers is here to help.

ABOUT COOPER HURLEY INJURY LAWYERS

Cooper Hurley Injury Lawyers helps those injured in car, truck, and motorcycle wrecks or other serious injury and wrongful death cases.

Our Virginia-based firm is located in Norfolk, Virginia with client meeting locations in all of the cities of Hampton Roads and on the Eastern Shore.

Our partners, John Cooper, Jim Hurley, Bill O'Mara, Griff O'Hanlon, and John Baker, have decades of experience and have secured millions for accident, TBI, railroad, slip and fall, and medical malpractice victims.

Injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident in Hampton Roads? Get help now at 757-333-3333.

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