Louisiana § RS 46:437.8 - Venue
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:437.8 — Venue, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 46:437.8. Venue
An action instituted pursuant to R.S. 46:437.6 or 437.7 may be brought in any of the following courts:
(1) The Nineteenth Judicial District Court for the parish of East Baton Rouge.
(2) A district court in the parish in which a health care provider or other person from whom recovery may be sought has its principal place of business or is domiciled.
Acts 1997, No. 1373, §1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 46:437.8
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:437.8 cover?
Section RS 46:437.8 ("Venue") 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 46:437.8?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 46:437.8" (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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How does Louisiana § RS 46:437.8 apply to my situation?
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