Thomas recently assisted me and our outcome was amazing. That being said, he was very straight forward and patient thorough the duration of my case. Thank you
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Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP
New York Personal Injury Lawyer — 80 Client Reviews Analyzed
4.8(80 reviews)Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP is a Personal Injury law firm in New York, NY, located at 551 5th Ave 29th floor and reachable at +1866-579-7294. Clients have rated the firm 4.8 out of 5 across 80 public Google reviews, 66 of which include written feedback. The most recent written review is from JP Ees on Jun 10, 2026 (2 days ago).
Owner engagement: Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP replies on 3% of visible Google reviews, and roughly 100% of those replies are at least somewhat personalized rather than fully templated — one of the 12 client-experience dimensions CrashStory's review intelligence scores. Use this as a proxy for how responsive the firm is likely to be with you.
What reviewers consistently praise: care for the whole situation, communication and updates, and personal attention. These themes surfaced across dozens of reviews when CrashStory analyzed sentiment and case-experience dimensions on this firm's Google reviews. Compare these against any other firm you're considering — most attorneys have only two or three themes reviewers consistently return to.
Named attorneys at this firm: Attorney Thomas and Attorney Ruffo are the attorneys most frequently named by clients in reviews of Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP.
How we compiled this: CrashStory aggregates public Google reviews, Colorado crash records from CDOT and local agencies, and firm-provided profile data. We do not endorse any firm. Review intelligence scores are derived from automated sentiment and theme analysis of public reviews — treat them as one signal among many, not a verdict.
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Rheingold Giuffra Ruffo Plotkin & Hellman LLP is a personal injury law firm serving clients in New York, New York, located at 551 5th Ave 29th floor 10017.
Review evidence: Clients have left 80 public Google reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, 66 of which include written feedback. CrashStory scores 12 client-experience dimensions across this review corpus — compare side-by-side with other New York, New York firms before you decide.
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80 public reviews and 66 written reviews.
Most recent written review from JP Ees: Jun 10, 2026 (2 days ago)
Compare this recency with the other firms you are considering, not just the star rating.
Replies on 3% of reviews
100% of the visible replies look at least somewhat personalized instead of fully templated.
Most recent written review from JP Ees: Jun 10, 2026 (2 days ago)
Mentioned in 26 reviews, with an average 5.0-star rating when clients talk about this theme.
Mentioned in 11 reviews, with an average 5.0-star rating when clients talk about this theme.
Mentioned in 10 reviews, with an average 5.0-star rating when clients talk about this theme.
7 reviews touch this theme, including 1 clearly negative mentions and 0 mixed mentions.
77 reviews currently have no visible owner response, so the written feedback matters more than response style.
The newest written review in this dataset is from Jun 10, 2026 (2 days ago). Compare that recency with the other firms you are considering.
Thomas recently assisted me and our outcome was amazing. That being said, he was very straight forward and patient thorough the duration of my case. Thank you
Weak office, wouldn’t hire
551 5th Ave 29th floor, New York, NY 10017
| Date | Location | Severity | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 10, 2026 | AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS & W 23 ST Two-Vehicle Crash·2 vehicles | Minor Injury 1 injured | 1.13 mi | View → |
| Feb 10, 2026 | E 18 ST & PARK AVE S Single-Vehicle Crash·1 vehicle | Minor Injury 1 injured | 1.36 mi | View → |
| Feb 10, 2026 | E 74 ST & YORK AVE Single-Vehicle Crash·1 vehicle | Minor Injury 1 injured | 1.63 mi | View → |
| Feb 9, 2026 | W 57 ST & 5 AVE Two-Vehicle Crash·2 vehicles | Serious 4 injured | 0.58 mi | View → |
| Feb 9, 2026 | LEXINGTON AVE & E 48 ST Single-Vehicle Crash·1 vehicle | Minor Injury 1 injured | 0.3 mi | View → |
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Most recent written review from JP Ees: Jun 10, 2026 (2 days ago)
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JP Ees
Personal Injury
Unknown
Thomas recently assisted me and our outcome was amazing. That being said, he was very straight forward and patient thorough the duration of my case. Thank you
Dor Mezuman
Personal Injury
Unknown
Weak office, wouldn’t hire
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Mike C
Personal Injury
Unknown
I am approaching the two year mark in my lawsuit and I can honestly say that choosing Attorney Thomas Giuffra was one of the best decisions I have ever made. From the very beginning he stood out as a true professional, a strategic thinker, and an unwavering advocate. In a field where many attorneys make promises that do not match their performance, Thomas proves himself with results, integrity, and unmatched skill. He took the time to understand every detail of my case. He never rushed me, and he made sure that I always understood what was happening and what to expect. He communicates clearly and respectfully and explains complicated legal matters in a way that anyone can comprehend. I never felt like just another client. He made me feel heard and valued throughout the entire process. His dedication is what sets him apart. He prepares thoroughly and leaves no stone unturned. Every decision he makes is backed by careful research and deep experience. He is always thinking ahead and anticipating potential challenges long before they arise. Watching his preparation and strategy unfold gave me complete confidence in his abilities. What impressed me on a personal level is his compassion and honesty. He does not tell you what you want to hear just to keep you comfortable. He tells you the truth and prepares you realistically for every scenario. Yet he delivers that honesty with empathy and understanding. Throughout this long and emotional journey he has been a source of strength, reassurance, and guidance. There were many stressful moments during this lawsuit and every time I reached a point of concern or doubt he was there with answers and direction. He is responsive, he communicates consistently, and he makes sure his clients never feel alone or ignored. His reputation as one of the best attorneys in the country is well deserved. He is relentless, committed, and passionate about achieving justice. He fights for his clients as if their case is his own and he refuses to settle for less than what is fair and right. I can confidently say that as my case approaches its conclusion I have had the very best legal representation possible. If you want an attorney who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, dedicated, and highly effective, look no further. Attorney Thomas Giuffra is simply outstanding and I would recommend him to anyone seeking top level legal representation.
chris beriguette
Personal Injury
Unknown
"The Best" Edward Ruffo very Professional, he comes wherever you are, very experinced he will answered any question you have and they will fight for your case %100.
Nicholas Leone
Personal Injury
Unknown
Tom's unwaivering determenation and commitment to his clients is unmatched!!!!! The entire firm is your family and will fight for you until the job is DONE!
Dianna Coles Lee Sam
Personal Injury
Unknown
I usually love supporting everyone. I find it hard to in this case. I suffered a terrible TBI due to medical negligence. This firm was not great and didn’t investigate the case, there is no way that after 2 years and a permanent injury there was “no medical evidence “-imho. I trusted them and for almost a year and a half thought they’d handled things.
Josephine Stanzione
Personal Injury
Unknown
I spent 7 years coordinating with Mr. Ruffo enduring endless hours of communication, dedication and his never ending support. Mr. Ruffo worked day and night to resolve my case always keeping me in the loop, fighting for the best possible outcome and ensuring my happiness. I would recommend Mr. Ruffo to anyone in need of a lawyer. He will go through great lengths to ensure his clients satisfaction and listens to your needs, wants and feelings down to the detail. Josephine Stanzione.
Jaymie Knox
Personal Injury
Unknown
Attorney Ruffo was a GODSEND to me for my malpractice suit. He stuck with me for over 5 years while we battled this Healthcare system! He walked me through the whole process, the office kept me informed along the way, and above all, I felt like he SAW me. I had his cell number and everything! Even when presented with hiccups in the case, he still fought for me. Ended up settling for much more than I was expecting and honestly I'm just so grateful and thankful to him and his firm. Definitely recommend Attorney Ruffo if you need a kick-a$$ lawyer in NYC!
D L
Personal Injury
Unknown
Tom Giuffra was effective and professional on my recent case; he got a better outcome than I was hoping. Very positive experience and highly recommend.
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