Louisiana Civil Code 2315.10 – Liability for death caused by hazing; additional damages
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Terms Used In Louisiana Civil Code 2315.10
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
In addition to general and special damages, exemplary damages may be awarded upon proof that the death on which the action is based was caused by a wanton and reckless disregard for the rights and safety of the victim through an act of hazing, as defined by La. Rev. Stat. 17:1801, regardless of whether the defendant was prosecuted for his acts.
Acts 2018, No. 481, §1, eff. May 25, 2018.