Louisiana § RS 22:1807.23 - Costs
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 22:1807.23 — Costs, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 22:1807.23. Costs
A. Each party is responsible for and shall pay the following:
(1) His own appraiser fees and expenses.
(2) Half of the reasonable and necessary costs incurred for an umpire's fee and expenses.
(3) Half of any reasonable and necessary costs incurred to conduct the appraisal.
B. If the parties settle before the umpire begins work, the umpire shall not charge a fee.
C. The parties shall not pay an appraiser or umpire on a contingent fee basis, percentage of the decision, barter arrangement, gift, favor, or in-kind exchange.
D. The commissioner is not responsible for any appraisal fees, expenses, or costs.
Acts 2024, No. 625, §1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 22:1807.23
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 22:1807.23 cover?
Section RS 22:1807.23 ("Costs") 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.
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