About Scott Richard
Scott Richard, a native of Lafayette, Louisiana, graduated magna cum laude from UL Lafayette, majoring in political science and minoring in history. He pursued his legal education at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, where he graduated cum laude in 2015. During his time at Loyola, Scott was actively engaged in the moot court program, representing the law school in national competitions and later coaching teams post-graduation.
Upon his admission to the Louisiana Bar, Scott began his legal career defending large insurance companies and local businesses. His practice encompassed a range of legal actions, including automotive collision defense, veil piercing actions, and breach of trust claims. This diverse experience has equipped him with a broad knowledge base, particularly beneficial in representing clients with serious injuries.
Currently, Scott devotes his practice exclusively to personal injury and wrongful death litigation. He handles cases arising from maritime/offshore accidents, trucking/18-wheeler accidents, automobile accidents, onshore/industrial accidents, and premises defects.
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
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
Where did Scott Richard attend law school?
Scott Richard attended Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, graduating cum laude in 2015.
What is Scott Richard's area of legal focus?
Scott Richard focuses on personal injury and wrongful death cases, including maritime and offshore accidents.
What experience does Scott Richard have in moot court?
Scott Richard was actively involved in moot court at Loyola, representing the law school in national competitions and coaching teams after graduation.
What types of cases did Scott Richard handle early in his career?
Early in his career, Scott Richard defended insurance companies and businesses in cases such as automotive collision defense and breach of trust claims.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Scott Richard for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Scott for a free case review



