§ 46:2256 — Complaints; filing procedure; compensation

Louisiana § 46:2256

• Jurisdiction: Louisiana
• Title 46: Public Welfare and Assistance

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§2256. Complaints; filing procedure; compensation
A. When any person with a disability believes that any person has engaged or is
engaging in discriminatory practices, as defined in this Chapter, he shall have one year from
the date of the alleged discriminatory act to file a complaint in the appropriate civil district
court.
B. Persons with disabilities who have been subject to unlawful discrimination as
defined in this Chapter shall have the right to any and all remedies available under the law
if they prevail in a suit under this Chapter including but not limited to compensatory
damages, attorney fees, costs, and any other relief deemed appropriate. Any person who
believes he has been discriminated against and intends to pursue court action shall give the
person who has allegedly discriminated written notice of this fact at least thirty days before
initiating court action and shall detail the discrimination, and both parties shall make a good
faith effort to resolve the dispute before court action.
C. Any party filing suit under this Chapter who fails to prevail in his cause of action
shall be held responsible for reasonable attorney fees and all court costs at the discretion of
the judge.

Legislative History

Added by Acts 1980, No. 665, §1; Acts 1991, No. 563, §1; Acts 2014, No. 811, §24, eff. June 23, 2014; Acts 2018, No. 206, §5.