Louisiana § RS 48:2023 - Liability
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:2023 — Liability, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 48:2023. Liability
Neither the state nor any state agency, parish, municipality, district, or any other political subdivision or other public entity shall be subject to any claims, liabilities, costs, expenses, or causes of action for any personal injury or damage to property arising out of the construction, operation, or maintenance of any project, or which may happen to occur on any tollway, if such incident giving rise thereto occurs prior to transfer and reversion of ownership of any project from an authority created hereunder to the state or appropriate parish or municipality in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter. Should any suit or other action be filed against an authority created hereunder prior to reversion of a project, such reversion shall be effected as provided in this Chapter but the authority so joined by such action shall continue in existence as provided in R.S. 48:2036(A). No individual member, officer, director, or employee of an authority shall be liable personally for any such claims, liabilities, costs, expenses, or causes of action in any event.
Acts 1997, No. 1017, §1, eff. July 11, 1997.
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 48:2023
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:2023 cover?
Section RS 48:2023 ("Liability") 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 48:2023?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:2023" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 48:2023 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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