La. Code Evid. art. 306.1
This is the official text of La. Code Evid. art. 306.1, part of Louisiana’s Code of Evidence — sets the rules for what evidence is admissible in Louisiana courts.
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Presumption of causation of injuries
Official statutory text
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in a claim for personal injury damages that is not raised pursuant to the Louisiana Workers' Compensation Law, the lack of a prior history of an illness, injury, or condition shall not create a presumption that an illness, injury, or condition was caused by the act that is the subject of the claim.
Acts 2025, No. 18, ยง1, eff. May 28, 2025.
Acts 2025, No. 18, ยง1, eff. May 28, 2025.
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