Business Details
Premier Louisiana Personal Injury Legal Representation
Du Guidry Andrews Courrege stands as a premier legal advocate for victims of complex personal injury and wrongful death cases. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys have earned prestigious recognition from Martindale-Hubbell, Best Lawyers in America, and Super Lawyers, reflecting our unwavering commitment to legal excellence and ethical standards. Our practice spans catastrophic injuries from car accidents, medical malpractice, and offshore drilling incidents, supported by a track record of multi-million-dollar verdicts.We combine rigorous academic achievementincluding three attorneys graduating first in their law school classeswith practical trial expertise to deliver justice for clients across Louisiana. Our team's national reputation attracts referrals from legal professionals worldwide, ensuring clients benefit from unparalleled resources and dedication to their cases.
Services
Personal Injury Litigation
Medical Malpractice
Truck Accidents
Admiralty/Maritime Law
Wrongful Death Claims
Product Liability
Boat Accidents
Premises Liability
Highlights and features
- We have recovered over $100 million in verdicts for injury victims.
- Our attorneys graduated #1 in their law school classes.
- Recognized in Best Lawyers Best Law Firms regional rankings.
- Specialize in complex cases referred by lawyers nationwide.
- Maintain immediate evidence preservation protocols for truck accidents.
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Peer Review Rating
- Best Lawyers in America
- Louisiana Super Lawyers
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
What people say
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Services
Personal Injury Litigation
We represent clients in catastrophic injury cases from car accidents, slip-and-falls, and medical malpractice. Our attorneys prove negligence by establishing duty breaches that caused damages. Louisiana's modified comparative fault system allows recovery even with partial fault, requiring strategic case building to maximize compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain suffering.
Medical Malpractice
Our firm handles cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and birth injuries under Louisiana's $500,000 cap on non-economic damages. We prove standard-of-care violations through expert testimony while navigating the Medical Malpractice Act's procedural requirements. Special focus on permanent injuries requiring lifelong care and treatment.
Truck Accident Claims
We investigate accidents involving fatigue, improper loading, and regulatory violations of FMCSA rules. Immediate evidence preservation ensures truck black box data retention. Cases often involve multiple liable parties including trucking companies, maintenance providers, and cargo loaders requiring comprehensive liability analysis.
Admiralty/Maritime Law
Our attorneys apply federal maritime laws including the Jones Act and Death on the High Seas Act for Gulf of Mexico and Mississippi River incidents. We determine applicable jurisdiction and pursue compensation for offshore drilling accidents, vessel collisions, and longshore worker injuries through specialized federal court procedures.
Product Liability
We hold manufacturers accountable for design defects, inadequate warnings, and warranty violations under Louisiana's Product Liability Act. Our team employs experts in crash testing, accident reconstruction, and biomechanics to prove product dangers while countering corporate attempts to conceal internal liability documents.
People
Kirk A. Guidry
Attorney
Recognized as Baton Rouge's 2024 Lawyer of the Year in Personal Injury Litigation, Kirk graduated first in his law school class. He focuses on complex personal injury cases with a track record of multi-million-dollar verdicts.
B. Scott Andrews
Attorney
Selected as one of Louisiana's top 50 lawyers by Super Lawyers 2020, Scott specializes in catastrophic injury cases. A Harley-Davidson enthusiast, he advocates for motorcycle accident victims statewide.
Sr. C. Scott Courrege
Attorney
With AV Peer Review Rating distinction, Courrege handles medical malpractice and product liability cases. His academic excellence complements practical trial experience in complex litigation matters.
K. Andrew 'Andy' Guidry, Jr.
Associate
As associate counsel, Andy contributes to case strategy development while benefiting from senior attorneys' decades of combined experience in personal injury litigation and wrongful death claims.
Questions
What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
We specialize in catastrophic injuries from car accidents, medical malpractice, truck collisions, maritime incidents, and premises liability cases across Louisiana.
How does Louisiana's comparative negligence law affect my case?
Louisiana follows modified comparative negligence, allowing partial recovery if you're less than 50% at fault. Our attorneys maximize compensation despite shared liability.
What makes your firm qualified for complex litigation?
Three attorneys graduated first in their law school classes, with national recognition from Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers for handling referred complex cases.
How do you handle evidence preservation in truck accidents?
We immediately notify trucking companies to preserve black box data and other critical evidence to build strong negligence cases.
Can I recover punitive damages for boating accidents?
Yes, Louisiana allows punitive damages when injuries result from intoxicated or reckless boat operators, as determined through thorough investigation.
