by Frank E. Lamothe, III Sexual assaults in our nation’s prisons and jails is commonplace, and the statistics regarding incidents involving women and juveniles is staggering. A federal law has sought to slow the trend through prevention and education, and several states have followed suit. Prison Sexual Assault by the Numbers According to a 2012… Read More
Oilfield Boom Means More Jobs for Oilfield Workers– and More Injuries and Deaths
by Frank E. Lamothe, III For most oilfield workers in Louisiana, Texas, and other oil-producing states, times are good. A boom in American fossil fuel exports has turbocharged hiring in the drilling and extraction industries, with thousands of new jobs putting big paychecks into the pockets of toolpushers, drillers, derrick hands, motormen, lead-hands, and others…. Read More
How Long Do I Have to File a Claim for an Offshore Injury?
by Frank E. Lamothe, III Whether you work on a vessel or a platform, it takes a unique type of person to work offshore or as a seaman. The jobs are unique, the challenges are unique, and so are the risks of serious injury or death. That is part of the reason why the laws… Read More
What Are My Rights for a Maritime/Offshore Injury?
At Lamothe Law Firm, maritime personal injury claims represent a large portion of our trial practice. Although our attorneys are also admitted to practice in Mississippi and Texas, where coastal federal district and state county courts have some maritime cases, Lamothe Law Firm is home-based in New Orleans, which is the heart of maritime litigation… Read More
Offshore Litigation Primer Presentation
At Lamothe Law Firm, we know maritime, offshore accident and river boat injuries law. We have represented numerous claimants who were injured while working offshore. Please see our Maritime & Offshore and our River Boat Injuries website pages for lots of useful information. Frank Lamothe has over 40 years experience in representing maritime and offshore… Read More
Pursuing an Injury Claim Against an Uber or Lyft Driver
In most respects, Uber and Lyft drivers are just like any other drivers. They need to have valid licenses, keep their cars in safe and working condition, follow the rules of the road and drive responsibly, and maintain insurance as required under the law. But like all drivers, those transporting passengers using ridesharing apps can… Read More
What Passengers Need to Know about Taxis, Uber and Lyft Insurance Coverage
If you’re riding in a car in New Orleans, there is a decent chance that you’re riding in a taxi, Uber, Lyft or other ridesharing vehicle. For tourists, conventioneers, and locals alike, these vehicles are convenient and affordable ways to get around, and a wise one as well if you’ve had a few too many… Read More
You’ve Been Injured While Ridesharing with Uber or Lyft – Who Pays?
Since New Orleans first allowed ridesharing services to operate in 2015, companies like Uber and Lyft have seen explosive growth. In fact, during the first six months of 2016, passengers took 2,342,673 Uber/Lyft trips in the city according to the New Orleans Department of Safety & Permits. That’s a drop in the bucket compared to… Read More
Head Games: The Complexities of Louisiana Sports Concussion Lawsuits
Whether as spectators or participants, Americans love their sports. Not only is Super Bowl Sunday practically a national holiday in Louisiana and elsewhere, but any other day of the year, children and amateur athletes can be found practicing and competing on sports fields, courts, and arenas across our state and the nation – some with… Read More
Motorcycle-Only Checkpoints Funding Banned
Frank Lamothe recently published an article in Louisiana Thunder Roads for motorcycle enthusiasts about Congress finally banning the use of federal funds for motorcycle-only checkpoints on December 3, 2015. Read the article below. Free at Last — Motorcycle-Only Checkpoints Funding Banned Nationally After eight years, Congress finally banned the use of federal funds for motorcycle… Read More
