Louisiana § CC 2609 - Purchase of substitute things by the buyer
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2609 — Purchase of substitute things by the buyer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 2609. Purchase of substitute things by the buyer
When the seller fails to render the performance required by a contract of sale of movable things, the buyer may purchase substitute things within a reasonable time and in good faith. In such a case the buyer is entitled to recover the difference between the contract price and the price of the substitute things. The buyer may recover other damages also, less the expenses saved as a result of the failure of the seller to perform.
Acts 1993, No. 841, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1995.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 2609
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2609 cover?
Section CC 2609 ("Purchase of substitute things by the buyer") 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 2609?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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