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B. Scott Andrews

B. Scott Andrews

Andrews & Associates

30+ Years

Legal Experience

About B. Scott Andrews

Scott Andrews is a highly regarded attorney based in Ascension County, Louisiana, known for his significant contributions to personal injury law. A 2011 Baton Rouge Business Report Forty Under 40 honoree, he is also a member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers and Top 40 Under 40. Scott serves as the Secretary of the Northwestern State University Foundation and an Adjunct Professor of Law at the Southern University Law Center, where he teaches Insurance Law, Products Liability, and Advanced Louisiana Torts. Recognized in Louisiana Super Lawyers for Personal Injury Plaintiff (2012-2013), he holds an AV peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Scott's academic achievements include membership in the Louisiana Law Review, and he published an article before graduating in 1996 from the LSU Law Center as a member of the Order of the Coif, Phi Kappa Phi, and the Hall of Fame.

Beginning his legal career as a law clerk at the Dué Guidry Andrews Courrege law firm, Scott has developed a practice focusing on serious personal injury and wrongful death cases. He specializes in motorcycle and 18-wheeler collisions, medical negligence, and products liability. His experience includes handling numerous cases involving spinal cord injuries leading to quadriplegia and paraplegia, as well as brain damage, amputation, and burn injuries.

Although the firm's office is in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Scott manages serious personal injury and wrongful death cases throughout the state, with a concentration in the Baton Rouge and Monroe areas.

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

Appeals & Appellate
Maritime Law
Medical Malpractice
Personal Injury
Products Liability
Civil Appeals
Federal Appeals
Birth Injury
Medical Misdiagnosis
Pharmacy Errors
Surgical Errors
Animal & Dog Bites
Brain Injury
Car Accidents
Construction Accidents

Louisiana Car Accident Laws

Understanding Louisiana'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

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$15K/$30K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Scott Andrews specialize in?

Scott Andrews specializes in personal injury law, focusing on motorcycle collisions, 18-wheeler collisions, medical negligence, and products liability.

Where does Scott Andrews practice law?

Scott Andrews practices law throughout Louisiana, with a focus on the Baton Rouge and Monroe areas.

What teaching roles does Scott Andrews hold?

Scott Andrews is an Adjunct Professor of Law at the Southern University Law Center, teaching Insurance Law, Products Liability, and Advanced Louisiana Torts.

What recognitions has Scott Andrews received?

Scott Andrews has been recognized as a Baton Rouge Business Report Forty Under 40 honoree and is a member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40.

Contact Information

8201 Jefferson Hwy Baton Rouge LA 70809
Ascension County, LA
2259297481 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact B. Scott Andrews for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact B. for a free case review

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