Breach of written contract in Louisiana
Last checked Aug 15, 2026 · LawyerUnc editorial. Educational only, not legal advice.
Elements
1
Valid contract
Offer, acceptance, consideration, and sufficiently definite terms. In writing, as required.
2
Performance or excuse
The plaintiff performed, tendered performance, or was excused.
3
Breach
The defendant failed to do what the contract required.
4
Damages
The breach caused a measurable loss. Expectation damages are the usual measure.
Burden of proof
Preponderance of the evidence.
A Louisiana fact pattern
Breach of written contract in louisiana.
Statute of limitations
10 years
La. Civ. Code art. 3499
Ten years for a personal action unless a shorter article applies.
- Some money and open-account claims sit on three years under art. 3494.