La. Civ. Code art. 2315.10
Current with operative changes from the 2024 Third Special Legislative Session
In addition to general and special damages, exemplary damages may be awarded upon proof that the death on which the action is based was caused by a wanton and reckless disregard for the rights and safety of the victim through an act of hazing, as defined by R.S. 17:1801, regardless of whether the defendant was prosecuted for his acts.
La. C.C. § 2315.10