Landlord-Tenant Law & Evictions Louisiana
The 'Repair and Deduct' Law in Louisiana: What Tenants Can Legally Fix
Living in a rental unit with major defects-such as a broken air conditioner during a Louisiana summer or a severe roof leak during hurricane season-is a nightmare. Fortunately, Lou...
Louisiana Security Deposit Laws: Rules for Withholding, Returns, and Tenant Lawsuits
When a residential lease ends, the most common dispute between landlords and tenants revolves around the security deposit. The Louisiana Lessee's Deposit Act (La. Rev. Stat. § 9:32...
How to Legally Evict a Tenant in Louisiana: Timelines, Court Costs, and Procedures
Evicting a tenant is a highly stressful and strictly regulated legal process. In Louisiana, the procedures for removing a tenant who has failed to pay rent, violated the lease, or...