Louisiana § CC 1800 - Solidary liability for damages
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1800 — Solidary liability for damages, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 1800. Solidary liability for damages
A failure to perform a solidary obligation through the fault of one obligor renders all the obligors solidarily liable for the resulting damages. In that case, the obligors not at fault have their remedy against the obligor at fault.
Acts 1984, No. 331, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1985.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1800
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1800 cover?
Section CC 1800 ("Solidary liability for damages") 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 § CC 1800?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § CC 1800 apply to my situation?
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