La. R.S. 9:3324

In addition to the summary proceeding provided above, the lessor may at its option, commence an ordinary proceeding against the lessee to cancel the lease, to recover possession of the leased property or to collect such liquidated damages as may be contractually provided under the lease agreement and as further provided under R.S. 9:3325. The pendency of the summary proceeding permitted above shall not preclude the filing of such ordinary proceeding, nor shall the pendency of an ordinary proceeding preclude the filing of the summary proceeding.