As the bankruptcy proceedings of the Archdiocese of New Orleans move forward, information continues to surface about allegations of child abuse – including sexual abuse – in youth homes run by the church. Dozens of individuals who spent time as children living at Madonna Manor, Hope Haven, and St. Elizabeth’s have claimed that they suffered… Read More
Clergy Sexual Abuse Survivors Must File Claims in Archdiocese of New Orleans Bankruptcy or Risk Losing Their Right to Compensation
Individuals alleging to have been sexually abused by Catholic clergy will no longer have their cases decided by a jury of their peers. Instead, the success of their claims will be determined in bankruptcy court. On May 1, 2020, the Roman Catholic Church of the Archdiocese of New Orleans filed a Chapter 11 petition in… Read More
Archdiocese of New Orleans Files for Bankruptcy
The Archdiocese of New Orleans has filed for bankruptcy today in federal court. Here is today’s The New Orleans Advocate article by reporter Ramon Antonio Vargas: “Archdiocese of New Orleans files bankruptcy, records show; here’s what’s next.“ The New Orleans diocese “joins more than two dozen other dioceses and Catholic religious orders across the U.S…. Read More
Signs Your Child is Being Groomed Online and What You Can Do
While the internet age may have opened a new world of education, entertainment, and discovery, it has also introduced another level of danger for minors. With many young Americans using the internet daily, more are being targeted by online predators. Some of these predators look to cultivate relationships that lead to in-person meetings and sexual… Read More
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
LaFASA continues to serve their centers and sexual assault survivors. They are available Monday thru Friday at 888-995-7273 to provide assistance and necessary resources. Join them online everyday throughout April! LaFASA has promoted the following events to help promote awareness: LaFASA’s DAILY SCAVENGER HUNT “Everyday in April at NOON on Facebook and Instagram. Our virtual… Read More
IVC Filter Complications
IVC Filters Doctors have used Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filters for years to prevent blood clots from reaching the lungs, despite causing severe side effects. These side effects are a result of failures of doctors, advising, and product manufacturing and placement. Some patients are diagnosed with a high risk of a blood clot. It is… Read More
Lamothe Law Firm is Open for Business as Usual
COVID – 19 Announcement Even through this Covid-19 disruption, our firm remains open for business. We are continuing to work on our clients’ cases. We are still accepting new clients. We are here for you. Lamothe Law Firm is fully digital and all of our employees can and will work remotely, if necessary. All of… Read More
Your Rights and Possible Claims as an Injured Bicyclist Hit By a Vehicle
Whether for environmental reasons or a desire to get fit, the number of cyclists in the U.S. is on a steady annual increase in recent years. In 2016, just over 12% of all Americans regularly cycled, while in 2017, the number of cyclists had risen to 47.5 million, up from 43 million in 2014. But… Read More
Challenges and Gaps in Louisiana’s Efforts to Address Human Trafficking
The Louisiana Legislative Auditor has recently released a report, “Challenges and Gaps in Louisiana’s Efforts to Address Human Trafficking.” The report states that there are some regions of the state that have addressed some human trafficking concerns, but a concerted statewide campaign is needed to alert Louisiana residents how to recognize and report suspected cases… Read More
Catholic Priests Moved Abroad After Accusations in U.S.
“The Catholic Church allowed more than 50 U.S.-based clergy to move abroad after facing credible accusations of sexual abuse. Some continued to work with children.” “Dozens of Catholic Priests Credibly Accused of Abuse Found Work Abroad, Some With the Church’s Blessing”, is an article co-published by ProPublica and the Houston Chronicle. The reporters were Nicole… Read More
