The 51% Rule: How Louisiana’s New Comparative Fault Law Changes Your Injury Claim
Author: Landyn A. Gautreau Louisiana’s legal system just underwent one of its most significant changes in decades. As of January 1, 2026, House Bill 431 (Act 15) has officially moved the state from a “Pure” to a “Modified” Comparative Fault system. This represents the most significant change to Louisiana personal injury law in decades, creating […]