Settlement Agreement Breach Actions

Summary

If a settlement agreement is broken in Louisiana, you can file a motion for enforcement or contempt of court if it was court-ordered. For private agreements, a breach of contract lawsuit may be necessary. Legal assistance is often recommended.

Full Conversation

My settlement agreement was broken what can I do?
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your issue. Could you please tell me the location where the agreement was made? This will help me provide information relevant to your jurisdiction.
New Orleans, Louisiana
Hello ****, in Louisiana:
- You can file a motion for enforcement or contempt of court if the agreement was court-ordered.
- If it was a private agreement, you might file a breach of contract lawsuit.
- Legal assistance is often needed in such cases.