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Louisiana

Lawsuit Climate

Ranking

2010   49
2008   49
2007   48

Lawsuit Climate

Louisiana ranks 49th among all fifty states in the fairness of its litigation environment.

Read Press Release: Louisiana's Lawsuit Climate Second Worst in the Nation

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Read state overview of Louisiana (pdf)

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Justice System

Justice System

In addition to the Supreme Court, in the Louisiana court structure there are 5 courts of appeal, 42 district courts, 5 family or juvenile courts, 50 city courts and 3 parish courts.

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State Organizations

State Organizations

Explore useful information on state organizations, coalitions, partners and associations.

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Videos

Louisiana Television Ad U.S. Chamber President Tom Donohue comments on Louisiana's lawsuit climate


Louisiana Movie Trailer

Mike Carter
Monroe Rubber & Gasket
Monroe, LA

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ILR Research


Tort Liability Costs for Small Business

Tort Liability Costs for Small BusinessILR's new study shows that small businesses shoulder a tremendous burden of the nation’s tort liability costs, having paid $105.4 billion in 2008.

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