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- Lawsuit Climate
Ranking
2008 49
2007 48
2006 49Lawsuit Climate
Louisiana's legal climate is ranked as the second worst in the country, according to Lawsuit Climate 2008: Ranking the States. A separate survey of Louisiana business owners found 89 percent believe frivolous lawsuits are a serious problem.
View Louisiana's detailed Lawsuit Climate ranking (pdf)
Download Louisiana Fast Facts (pdf)
View the survey of Louisiana business owners (pdf)
- Justice System
Justice System
In addition to the Supreme Court, in the Louisiana court structure there are 5 courts of appeal, 42 district courts, 5 family or juvenile courts, 50 city courts and 3 parish courts.
- State Organizations
State Organizations
Explore useful information on state organizations, coalitions, partners and associations.
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Videos
U.S. Chamber of Commerce President Tom Donohue on Louisiana's Lawsuit Climate:
