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Last reviewed: March 2, 2026How we research
Last reviewed against primary sources: March 2, 2026
Statute of Limitations
Louisiana has a 1-year prescriptive period for personal injury (La. CC art. 3492). For minors, prescription is suspended until age 18. Louisiana's Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (La. RS 51:1401) provides a 1-year window with potential treble damages.
1 year from injury (suspended for minors until age 18)
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Exposure in Louisiana
Source: La. RS 51:1409
Source: World Health Organization 2019
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