Sexual abuse is one of the most serious and systemic problems plaguing our society. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most under-reported crimes in the books. According to surveys conducted by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVR), barely 40% of rapes are ever reported to the police. This number dwindles down to a sickening… Read More
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Frank Lamothe – Best Lawyers New Orleans
Congratulations to Lamothe Law Firm attorney, Frank Lamothe! Frank was recently recognized as one of New Orleans Best Lawyers for 2024 by Biz New Orleans Magazine.
Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Assault Have Until June 14, 2024 to Hold Their Attackers Liable
In 2021, the Louisiana legislature passed the Child Victims Act, enacting a special exception to the state’s statute of limitations for sexual assault. This provision affords adult survivors of child sexual abuse three years to file civil lawsuits and damages – no matter how long ago the wrongdoing occurred. But that “lookback window” is set… Read More
Super Lawyer Frank Lamothe for the 17th Consecutive Year
Lamothe Law Firm is pleased to announce that Frank Lamothe has been selected again for inclusion in Louisiana Super Lawyers 2024 for the practice area of Personal Injury – Plaintiff. This is the 17th consecutive year that he has earned this honor. Super Lawyers selects attorneys using a patented multiphase selection process. Peer nominations and… Read More
Archdiocese of New Orleans – Hope Haven and Madonna Manor
The Guardian’s journalist Jason Berry recently published, “‘The devil was in that building’: New Orleans church orphanages’ dark secrets.” This article tells some of the stories of the survivors of the Archdiocese of New Orleans’ run children’s homes as they “recall litany of sexual abuse as bankruptcy process keeps documents hidden.” Hope Haven and Madonna… Read More
Treating Adult Survivors of Child Clergy Sexual Abuse with the Compassion and Sensitivity They Deserve
For adult survivors of clergy sexual abuse, the trauma doesn’t end with the act itself. The physical violation you experienced as a child had a tremendous impact on your life and likely left you with deep feelings of mistrust, betrayal, doubt, and helplessness, perhaps even a loss of faith. If you are a survivor of… Read More
Forbes Names Frank Lamothe and Kristi Schubert as Two of the Ten Best Personal Injury Attorneys in New Orleans
Congratulations to Lamothe Law Firm attorneys, Frank Lamothe and Kristi Schubert! Forbes Magazine has named our attorneys Lamothe and Schubert as two of the ten Best Personal Injury Lawyers of 2023 in New Orleans. Forbes considered many factors to come up with the Best Personal Injury Lawyers in New Orleans in 2023. Forbes’ mathematical module… Read More
Frank Lamothe – Power List-Personal Injury Attorneys
Frank Lamothe has been chosen by New Orleans CityBusiness as a member of their Power List – Personal Injury Attorneys. The attorneys listed are “some of the region’s most influential professionals” and “are united by a commitment to excellence.” Frank’s Power List profile states that he “believes the working man or woman has a limited… Read More
Frank Lamothe Included in Best Lawyers in America
Frank E. Lamothe, III has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2024 for Personal Injury – Plaintiff. This marks 39 consecutive years that Mr. Lamothe has been included, making him one of a select group of attorneys to receive this recognition nationwide. The Best Lawyers in America© attorneys are recognized by… Read More
Frank Lamothe on Tenacity and Empathy – Lawdragon Hall of Fame Profile
“The legendary trial lawyer has taken on entities from major oil companies to the Catholic Church.” This is the first line of the recent Lawdragon article in celebration of Frank Lamothe’s recent Hall of Fame status, “Frank Lamothe on Tenacity and Empathy.” This article encompasses Frank’s career. “Right out of law school, Lamothe sought ways… Read More