Bill > HB315

This bill extends the prescription (statute of limitations) on tort actions in Louisiana. It enacts two new articles in the Civil Code: Article 3493.11, which sets a two-year prescription period for delictual (tort) actions starting from the day the injury or damage is sustained, and Article 3493.12, which sets a two-year prescription period for damage to immovable property starting from the day the property owner knew or should have known of the damage. The bill also repeals the existing Articles 3492 and 3493, which previously governed prescription periods for tort actions. The new provisions will apply prospectively to delictual actions arising after the effective date of July 1, 2024.