WHY IS LOUISIANA LAW DIFFERENT THAN OTHER STATES? | Morris & Dewett
PrevPreviousWILL FEWER TRUCK DRIVERS MEAN MORE TRUCK ACCIDENTS? 49 States Use Common Law, Louisiana Does Not Louisiana’s unique, rich history permeates many aspects of life in the Pelican State. Beyond language, food, and tradition, Louisiana’s history also strongly influences the law. In fact, unlike every other state in the U.S., Louisiana does not use the British common law tradition. Instead, Louisiana civil law has been derived from the French Napoleonic Code. What does that mean in practice? Читать дальше...