RS 31:212.23
If the obligor pays the amounts due plus legal interest, the owner cannot make any further claim for those payments. If payment is late but a reasonable cause is stated, damages are limited to legal interest. If no reasonable cause is stated after notice, the court may award double damages, legal interest, and a reason
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If the obligor pays the amounts due plus legal interest, the owner cannot make any further claim for those payments. If payment is late but a reasonable cause is stated, damages are limited to legal interest. If no reasonable cause is stated after notice, the court may award double damages, legal interest, and a reasonable attorney’s fee.
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