About Jeffrey W Rufolo
Jeffrey W. Rufolo began his journey in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in 1983 when he attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga on a wrestling scholarship. Captivated by the area, he decided to make it his home. As a dedicated attorney with Summers, Rufolo & Rodgers, Mr. Rufolo has built a reputation for effectively representing clients injured in workplace incidents, car accidents, and other premises liability cases due to negligence.
One of Mr. Rufolo's significant achievements includes overturning a trial court decision in a wrongful death case against Hamilton County, Tennessee. The case, Brown v. Hamilton County, 126 S.W.3d 43 2003 (Tenn. Ct. App. 2003), involved the tragic murder of a young man. His success in this appeal was likened to a "miracle" by a Tennessee legal publication.
Outside of his legal practice, Mr. Rufolo is deeply involved in his community. He is married to Laura Beth, an attorney, and they have one daughter. His community engagement includes roles as a high school wrestling referee, youth soccer coach, and vice president of the Chattanooga Takedown Club. Additionally, he serves on the alumni council of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and is an active member of his church.
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
Tennessee Car Accident Laws
Understanding Tennessee's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
1 year
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (50%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$15K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Jeffrey W. Rufolo specialize in?
Jeffrey W. Rufolo specializes in personal injury and premises liability cases.
What is a notable case Jeffrey W. Rufolo has worked on?
He successfully overturned a trial court decision in a wrongful death case against Hamilton County, Tennessee.
Where did Jeffrey W. Rufolo attend university?
He attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga on a wrestling scholarship.
Is Jeffrey W. Rufolo involved in community activities?
Yes, he is active in his church, serves as a high school wrestling referee and youth soccer coach, and is vice president of the Chattanooga Takedown Club.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Jeffrey W Rufolo 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 Jeffrey for a free case review
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