Louisiana § CC 2897 - Loss caused by fortuitous event
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2897 — Loss caused by fortuitous event, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 2897. Loss caused by fortuitous event
When the thing lent is damaged by a fortuitous event from which the borrower could have protected the thing lent by using a thing of his own or, when being unable to preserve both things, the borrower chose to preserve a thing of his own, he is liable for the damage to the thing lent.
Acts 2004, No. 743, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 2005.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 2897
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2897 cover?
Section CC 2897 ("Loss caused by fortuitous event") 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 2897?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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