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Personal Injury & Criminal Defense


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Summe & Summe, LLC is a trusted attorney firm dedicated to providing strong, strategic representation for Personal Injury and Criminal Defense cases. We fight to protect your rights, secure fair compensation, and deliver the guidance you need during life’s most challenging moments. Whether you’ve been injured due to negligence or are facing criminal charges, our knowledgeable legal team brings proven experience, personalized attention, and aggressive advocacy to every case. At Summe & Summe, LLC, you’re not just a file — you’re a client who deserves results, clarity, and a team that stands by you every step of the way.

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Your Covington, Kentucky Resource for Skilled, Compassionate Legal Representation

When life changes without warning—an accident, an injury, an arrest—you need advocates who treat your future like it matters. Our practice provides focused legal support across personal injury and criminal defense, guiding clients through some of the most overwhelming moments they will ever face. Every case receives careful analysis, strategic planning, and practical guidance from start to finish. Our approach is built on stragety, preparation, and the pursuit of fair outcomes. Whether recovering from a serious injury or facing a criminal accusation, you gain experienced professionals dedicated to protecting your rights. With 27 years of experience, Summe & Summe, LLC, based in Covington, Kentucky, continues to stand as a dependable legal resource for individuals seeking advocacy backed by knowledge, integrity, and persistence.

CASES WE HANDLE

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CAR CRASHES

Car crash victims often experience medical expenses, lost income, and overwhelming insurance challenges. Strategic legal guidance helps determine fault, document injuries, and pursue compensation that supports physical healing, financial recovery, and long-term stability after a sudden and disruptive collision.

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SEMI TRUCK CRASHES

Semi truck collisions require detailed investigation, preserved evidence, and analysis of regulatory violations. Strong legal representation helps identify negligence, calculate long-term harm, and pursue compensation that reflects the severity, complexity, and lasting consequences associated with large-vehicle accident injuries.

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WRONGFUL DEATH

Wrongful death cases demand empathy, accuracy, and careful legal attention. Representation ensures families pursue justice, financial accountability, and closure while addressing funeral expenses, lost future support, and emotional suffering caused by a preventable tragedy that changed their lives permanently.

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PREMISES LIABILITY

Unsafe property conditions often lead to significant injuries. Legal support helps establish responsibility, document hazards, and pursue compensation for medical costs, lost time, personal discomfort, and daily disruptions caused by negligence that allowed dangerous conditions to exist unchecked.

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TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY

Traumatic brain injuries impact memory, movement, mood, and long-term independence. Skilled legal handling identifies causes, reviews medical evidence, and seeks compensation that accounts for therapy needs, lifestyle changes, and the lasting effects of serious trauma on daily life.

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SPINE INJURY

Spinal injuries affect mobility, strength, comfort, and future work capacity. Effective legal representation secures compensation for treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term limitations while addressing the physical, emotional, and financial challenges created by serious neck, back, or spinal cord harm.

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NURSING HOME INJURY/NEGLECT

Nursing home neglect results in physical harm, emotional decline, and preventable medical complications. Legal action exposes misconduct, protects vulnerable individuals, and pursues compensation that supports recovery, safety, and accountability for conditions that violated proper standards of resident care.

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BIRTH TRAUMA

Birth trauma can create lifelong medical needs for a child. Legal evaluation identifies preventable errors, secures documentation, and pursues compensation necessary for ongoing treatment, developmental support, and long-term care resulting from complications during labor or delivery.

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MEDICAL MALPRACTICE

Medical malpractice occurs when errors cause lasting harm. Legal representation reviews records, identifies negligence, and pursues fair compensation for additional treatment, long-term challenges, and emotional impact caused by preventable mistakes during medical procedures or healthcare management.

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PRODUCTS LIABILITY

Defective products cause injuries through faulty design, manufacturing errors, or inadequate warnings. Legal guidance investigates product failures, identifies responsible parties, and pursues compensation for medical care, lost income, and prolonged impacts tied to preventable consumer product hazards.

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DOG BITES

Dog bites often cause scarring, infection, and emotional trauma. Legal support ensures responsible parties are held accountable while pursuing compensation for medical treatment, pain, therapy, and the lasting physical or psychological effects resulting from an unexpected animal attack.

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INSURRANCE BAD FAITH

We represent policyholders facing unfair treatment by insurers, including wrongful denials, delays, and misrepresentations. Our team investigates claims thoroughly, enforces legal rights, and pursues full compensation, holding insurance companies accountable for acting in bad faith against policyholders.

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DUI–DWI

DUI–DWI charges bring strict penalties, including license suspension and employment difficulties. Strategic defense examines testing procedures, challenges flawed evidence, and works toward outcomes that preserve driving privileges, limit consequences, and protect long-term stability in both personal and professional life.

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POSSESSION & TRAFFICKING OF DRUGS

Drug charges differ greatly in severity and potential punishment. Effective legal representation analyzes search methods, evidence handling, and procedural issues to pursue reduced penalties, alternative resolutions, or dismissal when violations of rights or investigative errors appear in the case.

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SEXUAL OFFENSES

Sexual offense accusations require focused, strategic defense. Legal protection ensures evidence is scrutinized, procedures are followed, and rights remain intact while exploring every viable option to challenge allegations and pursue fair, lawful outcomes within a high-stakes legal environment.

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EXPUNGEMENT

Expungement provides individuals an opportunity to rebuild their future. Legal assistance reviews eligibility, prepares necessary filings, and navigates procedural requirements, helping clients clear past records and improve access to employment, housing, and long-term personal or professional opportunities.

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ASSAULT/BATTERY & HOMICIDE

Violent crime charges demand rigorous investigation and calculated defense. Skilled legal representation evaluates statements, evidence inconsistencies, and procedural errors to build a defense rooted in facts and law, aiming to protect rights and pursue the fairest possible outcome.

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TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS

Traffic violations may result in fines, license points, and insurance increases. Legal defense challenges citation validity, examines evidence, and seeks reduced penalties to protect driving records and minimize long-term financial or legal consequences tied to alleged traffic offenses.

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THEFT / BURGLARY / ROBBERY

Property crime charges involve complex circumstances and varying intent. Strategic defense examines evidence strength, procedural mistakes, and witness credibility to pursue reduced charges, alternative resolutions, or fair outcomes that reflect accurate circumstances rather than assumptions.

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MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS

Motorcycle accident claims often involve severe injuries, disputed liability, and insurer bias against riders. Our approach prioritizes evidence preservation, medical documentation, expert analysis, and strategic negotiation to pursue accountability while preventing unfair assumptions that reduce compensation or distort responsibility after serious roadway collisions occur.

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CAR CRASHES

Car crash victims often experience medical expenses, lost income, and overwhelming insurance challenges. Strategic legal guidance helps determine fault, document injuries, and pursue compensation that supports physical healing, financial recovery, and long-term stability after a sudden and disruptive collision.

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SEMI TRUCK CRASHES

Semi truck collisions require detailed investigation, preserved evidence, and analysis of regulatory violations. Strong legal representation helps identify negligence, calculate long-term harm, and pursue compensation that reflects the severity, complexity, and lasting consequences associated with large-vehicle accident injuries.

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Why choose us?

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Personable

We take a personable approach to every case, ensuring clients feel heard, supported, and understood from start to finish.

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Customer Service

Our commitment to exceptional customer service means you can expect clear communication, prompt updates, and guidance you can trust.

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Family-Owned and Operated

As a family-owned and operated law firm, we bring integrity, compassion, and a deeply rooted dedication to helping our community.

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Years of Experience

With years of legal experience, we provide knowledgeable, strategic representation built on proven results and trusted expertise.

Protecting Your Rights With Precision, Restoring Your Life With Care

Legal problems don’t wait for the right moment—they arrive suddenly, demanding strength, guidance, and clarity. With 27 years of experience, Summe & Summe, LLC continues to support individuals throughout Covington, Kentucky with the steady representation needed to navigate injury claims and criminal charges. We approach every case with preparation, honesty, and a commitment to finding the most effective path forward. Our work is built on listening, understanding your circumstances, and acting with determination. From serious injuries to complex criminal allegations, we focus on delivering representation that strengthens your position and protects your future.

Testimonials


See What Our Customers Are Saying!

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Jeremy has helped me with plumbing issues for my personal home and for several of my clients. He's always in a positive mood, efficient, respectful, and easy to work with. I've referred him to a number of people.

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Laura M.

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Jeremy has helped me with plumbing issues for my personal home and for several of my clients. He's always in a positive mood, efficient, respectful, and easy to work with. I've referred him to a number of people.

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Laura M.

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Jeremy has helped me with plumbing issues for my personal home and for several of my clients. He's always in a positive mood, efficient, respectful, and easy to work with. I've referred him to a number of people.

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Laura M.

Frequently Asked Questions


  • What should I do first after a personal injury?

    Seek medical attention immediately, document what happened, and contact an attorney to protect your rights and guide your next steps.

  • How long do I have to file an injury claim in Kentucky?

    Most cases have strict deadlines, so acting quickly helps preserve evidence and maintain eligibility.

  • Does Summe & Summe, LLC handle both injury and criminal cases?

    Yes. We provide representation in both areas, helping clients manage complex legal challenges with clarity.

  • What if I’m accused of a crime but haven’t been charged yet?

    Early legal involvement protects your rights and helps control the direction of the investigation.

Service Areas

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Newport, KY

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Bellevue, KY

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Dayton, KY

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Ludlow, KY

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Fort Wright, KY

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Latonia, KY

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Alexandria, KY

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Edgewood, KY

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Independence, KY

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Florence, KY

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Hebron, KY

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Union, KY

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Cincinnati, OH

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Blue Ash, OH

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Oakley, OH

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Mason, OH

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Fairfield, OH

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Hamilton, OH

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Norwood, OH