About Jarrod Benjamin Summey
Jarrod Benjamin Summey has built a distinguished legal career, beginning with his education where he earned the Graduate Student Service Impact Award and the 3L Pro Bono Student of the Year Award for his dedication to public service and volunteer work. As a founding student attorney of the Consumer Financial Transaction Clinic, he demonstrated an early commitment to consumer rights.
Jarrod started his professional journey as an Assistant District Attorney at the Cabarrus County District Attorney’s Office. In this role, he successfully prosecuted numerous felony cases and managed hundreds of bench trials. His expertise in motor vehicle offenses made him a vital asset to the office.
Before joining Maginnis Howard, Jarrod gained valuable experience as an insurance defense litigator at a regional firm. This role provided him with significant insights into how opposing counsel and insurance companies evaluate case value and approach trials.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
North Carolina Car Accident Laws
Understanding North Carolina's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
contributory negligence
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$30K/$60K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What awards did Jarrod Benjamin Summey receive during law school?
Jarrod earned the Graduate Student Service Impact Award and the 3L Pro Bono Student of the Year Award.
What was Jarrod's role at the Cabarrus County District Attorney’s Office?
He served as an Assistant District Attorney, handling numerous felony cases and bench trials.
What experience did Jarrod gain before joining Maginnis Howard?
He worked as an insurance defense litigator, gaining insights into case evaluation by opposing counsel and insurance companies.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Jarrod Benjamin Summey for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Jarrod for a free case review
