Louisiana § RS 53:49 - Immunity from liability
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 53:49 — Immunity from liability, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 53:49. Immunity from liability
Neither the state nor any political subdivision of the state, nor the agents or representatives of the state or any political subdivision thereof, nor any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, association, trustee, or receiver, or any of the agents thereof, in good faith carrying out, complying with, or attempting to comply with, any order, rule, or regulation promulgated pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter or pursuant to any ordinance relating to blackouts or other precautionary measures enacted by any political subdivision of the state shall be liable for any injury or death to persons or damage to property as the result of any such activity. The foregoing shall not affect the right of any person to receive benefits or compensation to which he might otherwise be entitled under the worker's compensation law or any pension law or any act of Congress.
Acts 1983, 1st Ex.Sess., No. 1, §6.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 53:49
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 53:49 cover?
Section RS 53:49 ("Immunity from liability") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Louisiana § RS 53:49?
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