Louisiana § RS 33:4774 - Civil action

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4774 — Civil action, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 33:4774. Civil action

Nothing contained in any building code shall relieve, lessen, or otherwise diminish the responsibility, liability, or duty of any person engaged in the construction of any building, structure, or improvement to immovable property for damage to property or injury to another caused by or resulting from any defects of any nature in any work performed or acts done by said person.

Acts 1987, No. 648, §1, eff. July 9, 1987.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:4774

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4774 cover?

Section RS 33:4774 ("Civil action") 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 33:4774?

A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4774" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Louisiana law?

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