A Bossier Parish jury returned a more than $1.1 billion verdict in a child sexual abuse case, marking one of the largest individual awards in Louisiana history. The case was made possible by the state’s look‑back law, allowing decades‑old claims to proceed despite prior time bars. The verdict reflects a growing willingness by juries to issue substantial damages in revived claims involving serious allegations. While the ultimate recovery remains uncertain, the decision signals significant litigation exposure in similar cases.
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