Louisiana Lawsuit Abuse Watch

07/23/2026

Louisiana has made progress on civil justice reform, but the job isn't finished. Excessive legal costs still act as a hidden "lawsuit tax" on everyday goods and services—costing families more than $4,000 per household and threatening nearly 20,000 jobs statewide. Former Louisiana House Judiciary Committee Chair Jeff Arnold highlights why we must build on this momentum to protect local consumers and businesses. LLAW agrees: there's still much more work to be done.

Read Jeff Arnold's full perspective here:

Editor’s Note: a guest post by Jeff Arnold, former Chair, Louisiana House Judiciary Committee Anyone who drives a car in Louisiana surely welcomed last November’s announcement that state Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple had approved reductions in premiums for two AllState auto insurance compani...

07/16/2026

Small businesses in Louisiana continue to face pressure from excessive and abusive litigation. While the legislative session has concluded, LLAW will continue advocating for commonsense reforms that protect local businesses, strengthen communities, and help lower costs for Louisiana families. Join us in the fight for meaningful change.

07/09/2026

Louisiana families and small businesses continue to pay the price for lawsuit abuse. While several commonsense legal reform proposals were introduced during the 2026 legislative session, many failed to advance. Meaningful reform remains critical to lowering costs, improving Louisiana’s business climate, and protecting jobs across the state.

Listen to the full interview with Brian Haldane:

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06/18/2026

: A great read outlining the need for ongoing legal reform.

Editor’s Note: a guest post by Jeff Arnold, former Chair, Louisiana House Judiciary Committee Anyone who drives a car in Louisiana surely welcomed last November’s announcement that state Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple had approved reductions in premiums for two AllState auto insurance compani...

05/29/2026

Louisiana House Bill 804 Aims to Block Climate Change Lawsuits Against Energy Producers — on Talk 107.3FM. Rep. Geymann talks about his important legislation w/Brian Haldane.

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05/27/2026

Expert witnesses should be paid for their time and expertise—not rewarded based on who wins in court. Rep. Melernie’s proposal in Louisiana would ban outcome-based payments for expert testimony, helping reduce potential bias and strengthen trust in the legal system. Listen to the full radio interview below 🔽

05/21/2026

ICYMI: Rep. Chenevert talks legal reform this session with Brian Haldane

05/21/2026

A must read!

Americans may be paying a hidden “lawsuit tax” through higher insurance premiums and higher prices for everyday goods, as trucking companies face rising litigation costs from staged crashes, massive settlements and “nuclear verdicts.”

05/21/2026

Louisiana small businesses and families pay a $1,180 annual “tort tax” to compensate for rampant lawsuit abuse. As we round out the end of the 2026 legislative session, it’s crucial for lawmakers to remain committed to pushing meaningful tort reform across the finish line. 🔽

05/18/2026

The decision to move Louisiana’s coastal lawsuits into federal court marks a major step toward a more predictable and balanced legal system for businesses, workers, and consumers across the state.

"This decision is a victory for hardworking Louisianans who want fairness and predictability, not for trial lawyers looking to cash in at the expense of the economic engine that drives Louisiana." – Lana Venable, LLAW Executive Director 🔽