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We’re in the heart of winter, and with Nor’easters likely to hit anytime, outdoor jobs like construction can become more dangerous with the addition of snow.

The latest episode is up! This week, Andrew interviews Chris Paiz, a fellow lawyer and car racing enthusiast. Cars are a passion for both Andrew and Chris, and as they talk about their respective experiences in the world of simulated auto racing (and their love of Porsches), they also share how this hobby has impacted their lives and careers, and the qualities of auto racing that can be applied in the courtroom, too. Catch the whole episode at https://hubs.ly/H0DRx6G0.

Why invest in a case? There are a multitude of reasons, and we discussed some reasons and resources in our CLE talk from December 2020.

Tomorrow, we’ll be releasing the newest episode of The Mentor, Esq, where we’ll be talking with Chris Paiz, Esq., an attorney who has a passion for sports cars, endurance racing, SIM racing and the law. Catch the whole episode tomorrow morning at 6am on our website or wherever you get your podcasts.

#FlashbackFriday! Circa 1978 and a 7 year old Andrew in Ocean City, Maryland. Check out that hair!!

This Wednesday at 1pm, catch Andrew as he presents a live CLE webinar episode of the Mentor Esq. Podcast on behalf of the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers on How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case. This is the first part of what is shaping up to be a great series. Click here to register: https://hubs.ly/H0D7jVX0

Happy New Year from all of us at Smiley & Smiley! Wishing you all the best in 2021!

Next week, we’ll be releasing the newest episode of the Mentor, Esq. podcast, featuring SIM racing driver and lawyer Chris Paiz, Esq.. In addition to practicing law in Texas, Chris finds time to invest in his hobbies, which include his involvement in Endurance Racing, SIM racing and writing. Take a look at this article he wrote for the Porsche Club of America, and tune in next Tuesday to hear our interview with him! https://hubs.ly/H0Dy4j40

Building a practice is all about marketing and connecting with the people around you. See our tips for marketing your practice in this excerpt from our CLE presentation from last month.

DA Eric Gonzalez grew up in Brooklyn, NY, and is now district attorney of King's County. Listen in as we talk about his journey to his current position, the shortcomings he's seen in the justice system around him, and the amazing initiatives he and his team have started to make Brooklyn a better place. Season 2 - Episode 8: An Interview with Brooklyn, NY's DA Eric Gonzalez https://hubs.ly/H0C-tpl0

How do you start discussions with potential clients that lead to getting retained? Earlier this month, partner Andrew Smiley conducted Part 1 of How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case, a CLE series he is presenting with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers! To listen to the podcast for CLE credit, visit https://hubs.ly/H0DxVdR0.

#tbt to my 5th grade production of Annie Get your Gun in 1983. I played Charlie Davenport and opened the play. A future trial lawyer is born!

Last month, we had the opportunity to hop on a Zoom to take part in a CLE Building a Personal Injury Practice with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers! We had a great time and are looking forward to sharing some of our contributions with you over the coming days. Today, we’re sharing some tips and tricks for starting your own practice.

The Mentor Esq : Season 2 - Episode 8: An Interview with Brooklyn, New York's DA Eric Gonzalez

New episode is up - the first part of a series on how to successfully litigate a personal injury case! We've partnered with the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers and will be participating in this series once a month through July. To listen to this week's podcast episode and the first in the series for CLE credit, visit https://hubs.ly/H0Dy0Sy0.

@smilzgts4.0 #porsche #caymangts

The Mentor Esq : CLE: How to Successfully Litigate a Personal Injury Case Series Part 1

getting pumpkins across the road these days! Happy Halloween

#TBT at the Monticello Motor Club - Hitting 120mph in an M4 in the rain! . #mtrackdays

Are you a Construction worker who has been Injured on the site? If so, you may have the right to sue and could have a strong case. Watch this video to learn more and visit our website https://hubs.ly/H0ySwhP0 to learn more.

Construction workers have one of the deadliest jobs out thereworking with and under heavy, dangerous equipment every day. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the percentage of injuries to ironworkers is among the highest of all career fields. Read more on our blog by visiting https://hubs.ly/H0yMcrV0

Falls are the most common injury suffered by ironworkers. Working on ladders, scaffolds, and lifts hundreds of feet in the air are inherently dangerous activities, but the risks grow exponentially when a third party behaves negligently or a piece of equipment fails. Explore these scenarios and learn more by visiting: https://hubs.ly/H0yFWg90

$700,000 for a 35-year-old who sustained a fractured spine while exercising under the guidance of a personal trainer. We argued that the trainer was negligent in failing to design a proper training program and in failing to properly spot his client. Our New York personal trainer negligence lawyers believe in the importance of exposing dangers when dealing with gym contracts and training centers. We have the knowledge to determine if you were exposed to serious injury by an individual without professional certification, a fitness company focused on profits over safety, or both. Visit https://hubs.ly/H0yzgX_0 to learn more about Personal Trainer Negligence.

Are you looking to hire a personal trainer? While that can be a smart choice for your health, it is essential to find out if that trainer is properly certified. You only have one body, and an unqualified trainer could coach you into dangerous or harmful situations that could affect you for the rest of your life. Read our blog which covers some tips for making sure you choose a properly certified personal trainer. https://hubs.ly/H0yhRNL0

Committing to a gym should be fun and inspiringnot stressful. So then what’s the deal with liability waivers? What happens if a piece of equipment or a trainer hurts you? Do you still have a case? This video will answer those questions!

#TBT to a time when we could travel more often, a beautiful view from a chopper in the Bahamas - Can’t wait till I can visit again!

Does the Law require Personal Trainers to be certified? - If you have ever been injured while working out with your personal trainer, they may be liable. Watch now to learn more about this topic and to keep yourself in the know.

In some areas of the country, gyms are starting to reopen. Though Gyms provide an excellent training environment, they also create the perfect storm for personal injury accidents. There are machines and heavy equipment everywhere, most of which many people have not been trained to use appropriately. With people pushing themselves to their limits, anything can happen, so if something does, who is responsible, you or the gym? Read this blog post on what you should do if you find yourself injured in a Gym. https://hubs.ly/H0ygDCj0

The Mentor Esq. Podcast just hit 3600 Downloads!!!! Have you listened yet? #podcast #podcastsofinstagram #legalpodcast #mentor #smileylaw

Police officers have one of the most stressful and demanding jobs in the world, with both physical and mental demands forced upon them day in and day out. However, that doesn't mean they are immune to mistakes, some which can have very serious consequences for other people. Just recently in New York City, a police vehicle ended up striking and killing a motorcyclist, while responding to a shooting in Brooklyn. In today’s blog, we will discuss what you need to know if you are a victim of an automobile accident involving an NYPD vehicle. Click here to read: https://bit.ly/2H2S0NX

The Mentor Esq : Season 2 - Episode 5: Working with Experts