When or defective or unreasonably dangerous products cause death or injuries, victims or their surviving family often wonder who they can hold responsible. Tennessee’s product liability laws provide multiple avenues for pursuing compensation, and those responsible may include parties other than the product’s manufacturer. Understanding these legal principles can help injury victims and their families […] The post Who Can Be Held Liable for a Defective or Unreasonably Dangerous Product i...| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers
Pharmaceutical companies and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recall dozens of medications each year after discovering potential safety risks. These recalls may involve stopping the production and sale of the drug, and notifying health care providers and the public about possible dangers. Drug recalls are usually voluntary (that is, initiated by the manufacturer), but […] The post The Difference Between a Drug Recall and a Defective Drug Lawsuit first appeared on Summers Rufolo & Rodgers.| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers
Summers Rufolo & Rodgers were honored to be Diamond Sponsors of this year’s Bingo for the Grove 2025 at the Hunter Museum of American Art in Chattanooga. Bingo for the Grove is a fundraising event put on by Orange Grove, an organization that provides services and support to adults and children with intellectual disabilities, along […] The post Summers Rufolo & Rodgers Sponsors Bingo Night Benefit first appeared on Summers Rufolo & Rodgers.| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers
SR&R is pleased to announce attorney Jimmy Rodgers recently took office as President of The Justices Ray L. Brock, Jr.–Robert E. Cooper American Inn of Court in Chattanooga. Jimmy will serve a one-year term ending in the summer of 2026. In his role as President, Jimmy will oversee a group of about 200 judges and […] The post JIMMY RODGERS BECOMES PRESIDENT OF PRESTIGIOUS BROCK-COOPER INN OF COURT first appeared on Summers Rufolo & Rodgers.| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers
Every state sets its own rules for filing personal injury lawsuits after accidents. However, the strict deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit in Tennessee reinforces the importance of swift action. According to Section 28-3-104 of the Tennessee Code, you have only one year after the date of accident to file a lawsuit in most […] The post How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Tennessee? first appeared on Summers Rufolo & Rodgers.| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers
Due to Tennessee’s history in construction, manufacturing, and other heavy industries, asbestos exposure was a relatively common job risk. Nowadays it remains a risk, just a lesser one. Asbestos exposure can cause serious, permanent, and even fatal diseases, and some jobs in the Volunteer State are more risky than others. If you have a disease […] The post Jobs With the Highest Risk of Asbestos Exposure in Tennessee first appeared on Summers Rufolo & Rodgers.| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers
When you get pulled over for violating a traffic ordinance in Tennessee, the responding officer will often issue a citation rather than arrest you. A citation is effectively a notice that you have been charged with an offense, and includes details about the violation. Once you are officially found guilty after an arrest or a […] The post What Is the Difference Between a Citation, a DUI Arrest, and Conviction? first appeared on Summers Rufolo & Rodgers.| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers
When a teenager is charged with a DUI in Tennessee, the experience can feel devastating for both the young person and their family. The stress and uncertainty create a challenging situation that requires immediate legal attention. By understanding Tennessee’s specific laws regarding underage drinking and driving, your family can make more informed decisions during this […] The post Underage DUI in Tennessee: What Parents and Teens Need to Know first appeared on Summers Rufolo & Rodgers.| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers
Even one DUI conviction can affect the rest of your life. If you have repeat offenses, however, you’re subject to increasingly harsh consequences. If you or a loved one has been charged with a second or subsequent DUI, early legal intervention can help minimize or reduce the potential penalties. Tennessee’s DUI Laws According to Tennessee […] The post What Are the Penalties for Multiple DUI Convictions in Tennessee? first appeared on Summers Rufolo & Rodgers.| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers
Chattanooga lawyer Jerry Summers gives a lecture on Tennessee’s famous evolution trial and its characters at the Scopes Symposium in Rhea County, along with other experts marking the centennial of the historic event. Please see this link for an interview with the Chattanooga Times Free Press. Read More The post Longtime Chattanooga lawyer Jerry Summers speaks at Scopes Symposium first appeared on Summers Rufolo & Rodgers.| Summers Rufolo & Rodgers