John George Rusk

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John George Rusk

5.0
18 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Brain injury Lawyer at Kingston, NY
Practice Areas: Brain Injury, Personal Injury, Car Accidents ... +4 more

255 Fair Street, P. O. Box 3356, Kingston, NY

About John

Biography

We are a team dedicated to helping the injured.

An attorney who handles the complex issues of traumatic brain injury.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Brain Injury 25%

36 years

25%
Car Accident 20%

36 years

20%
Personal Injury 20%

36 years

20%
Trucking Accident 20%

38 years

20%
Medical Malpractice 5%

36 years

5%
Spinal Cord Injury 5%

5%
Wrongful Death 5%

36 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 37 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 37 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 36 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1989

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of John George Rusk

255 Fair Street, P. O. Box 3356, Kingston, NY, 12402

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Law Offices of John George Rusk

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John George Rusk's Reviews

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Posted by Ruby | January 25, 2022

Helpful and kind

Was very honest about the potential of my case, although it didn’t fall into his particular field of law he was kind enough to consult with me over the phone free of charge and help find me a referral, which I greatly appreciated.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Slip and Fall Accident

John G Rusk atty at law

I had an accident in a major restaurant and John had taken my case when nobody else would and I am here to tell you that this is the BEST decision you will EVER make when looking for an attorney. John and his team are the BEST and very professional, caring, and trust me as you will not be disappoint...ed.. no matter what you decide JOHN RUSK IS THE MAN!!

Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Professional, helpful, simply amazing. Highly highly recommend

I would highly highly recommend John and his team. I had previously hired a lawyer who had said he couldn't litigate the case and was going to settle. I was recommended to John and I cannot be more grateful for the recommendation. John took the case, was completely professional at the consultation an...d throughout, and within just a matter of a few months, he had settled the case for the maximum amount. John was willing to take this case to trial which just goes to show that he is very proficient in his field. He was helpful throughout the case, kept in contact with me on a weekly basis to see how I was doing. This wasn't about the money to John, he simply cared about my wellbeing. I would highly 100% recommend John to anyone. He is fantastic.

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Trusted, Reliable and Professional Attorney!

We hired John Rusk as our attorney after we were in a car accident. John helped us to understand the process. He was reliable and always professional. He took care of everything and we were very happy with him. If you are looking for a trustworthy and dependable attorney to help you navigate a situ...ation that can be very overwhelming, look no further than John Rusk.

Posted by Denise | December 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Brain Injury

Caring advocate for you. Tough on opposing attorney.

I was in a car accident that resulted in a brain injury. The first thing John did for me the day I hired him was to put me in touch with a neurologist and psychologist experienced with injuries like mine. The neurologist diagnosed the complex partial seizures that were impacting the problems I was ...having with my thinking, my ability to formulate sentences and my balance. The psychologist put me through extensive testing to diagnose the parts of my brain and thinking that were impacted by the brain injury. We began the relationship that started me on the road to recovery. John’s expertise in brain injury cases meant that he knew how to build a strong case on my behalf. He knows the kind of evidence needed and guided me through the steps I needed to take to get it. He was also caring and emphasized the importance of first and foremost doing what I needed to do to heal. His integrity and professionalism showed in every interaction. I trusted his guidance and I felt I had the best possible advocate. Those things helped ease the stress of a very difficult experience. One of the significant factors in my settlement was the specialized expertise of the well-respected doctors John introduced me to. They were able to review the results of the defense’s Independent medical examiners’ reports and detect the inconsistencies in their findings. I lost my job and John had me work with someone who specializes in calculating economic loss. He also interviewed colleagues and friends in order to build a team of witnesses who could clearly explain how I had changed since the accident. In our meetings John was always patient and respectful even though I had a very difficult time understanding what he was explaining to me and communicating back to him the information he needed from me. He ensured I was prepared for all the appointments and depositions I needed to attend. The case involved a large corporation and John expertly handled the big-city lawyers and mediation judge. I feel immensely fortunate that John was my attorney and was able to attain a settlement that allows me a quality of life that could have been lost. I will never be able to go back to my career as an industry- specialized executive, but I am able to live a simple life that fits within my new limitations. I am able to focus on things that help me continue to heal. If you have a brain injury John is the attorney you need.

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John George Rusk's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Fisher

Personal injury lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Not only is John ethical and honest, he is one of the most dedicated and skilled trial lawyers in the Hudson Valley for injury victims. John raises the caliber of our profession through his professionalism and commitment to the plight of the injured and disabled. It is a privilege to know John and see the high quality of his work. John has my highest recommendation for injury victims."

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John DeGasperis

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"For good reason John Rusk is recognized as one of the best trial lawyers in Ulster County. John is an experienced trial advocate with a number of very impressive jury verdicts on his record. He has handled cases of all types and complexities. He is a good man with a strong moral compass, and he is widely accepted as a leader in our legal community. I am proud to endorse my friend John Rusk."

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Anthony Cillis

Unknown lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ralph Kirk

Litigation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Gardner

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had an opportunity to observe and evaluate John's attention to purpose. His professional conduct is obvious and I can suggest him as an excellent advocate."

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Steven Gardner

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Member, Elite Lawyers of America

2010

Top 50 Verdicts, Verdict Search

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Assistant District Attorney, Ulster County District Attorney's Office

1988 - Present

Partner, Rusk, Wadlin, Heppner, & Martuscello, LLP

Associations

American Association for Justice

Member

Ulster County, 1989-present

Assistant District Attorney

Marlboro High School Mock Trial Team

Lawyer Coach

New York State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

Brain injury Association of New York State

Member

National Board of Trial Advocacy

Member

Trial Attorney, Board Certified

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Traumatic Brain Injury

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Education

1988

Boston College Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

St Lawrence University

Honors: Cum Laude, Philosophy Honor Society

Languages

English

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