by Julien G. Lamothe Sometimes, one driver is clearly responsible for an auto accident – the texting or distracted driver who rear-ends a car stopped at a light, the drunk driver who runs a stop sign, the speeding driver who loses control of his vehicle. Other times, however, the actions and decisions of two or… Read More
What You Should and Should Not Do After a Car Accident
Auto accidents occur every day. In fact, more than 40,000 deaths are caused by auto accidents in the United States every year and thousands more are injured. Auto accidents involving 18-wheeler truck accidents occur more than 500,000 times each year in the United States. What to do if you are involved in any type of… Read More
What Sexual Assault Survivors Can Expect During an Initial Consultation With a Lamothe Law Firm Attorney
If you have been sexually assaulted, coming forward to pursue justice against your abuser can be difficult, and sharing your experience with a lawyer – even one you know – can be an emotional hurdle. At Lamothe Law Firm, we understand the pain a sexual abuse survivor feels, and we respect their courage in stepping… Read More
Southern Baptist List of Alleged Abusers in Louisiana
The attorneys at Lamothe Law Firm are clergy sexual misconduct attorneys. We have substantial experience pursuing these claims and are passionate about finding justice and the best possible results for the survivors. If an employee of the Baptist Church has sexually abused you or someone you love, please contact us today to schedule a confidential… Read More
Lamothe Law Firm Files Lawsuit Against Prison Guard for Prisoner Suicide
On July 25, 2022, Frank Lamothe and Julien Lamothe of the New Orleans-based Lamothe Law Firm, LLC, filed a Civil Rights Complaint against a prison guard from the Elayn Hunt Correctional Facility and the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections for the suicide of an inmate. The lawsuit alleges that the prison guard, Samantha… Read More
Louisiana Ranks Fifth Deadliest in Motorcycle Accident Fatalities
On August 1, 2022, QuoteWizard published a report ranking the most dangerous states for motorcycle riders According to the report, Louisiana ranks fifth in motorcycle fatalities in the United States with seventy-eight (78) motorcycle accident fatalities in 2020. That is 9 motorcycle accidents deaths per 10,000 motorcycles, making it the fifth highest rate of motorcycle… Read More
Follow These Steps If You Are Involved in an Auto Accident
If you are involved in an auto accident, be sure to follow these steps to help protect your health, safety and interests after the accident: 1. Notify the police in order to file a detailed report. 2. Gather all contact information, driver’s license number and insurance information from the other driver. 3. If possible, take… Read More
Lamothe Law Firm Defeats Motion to Dismiss Sexual Assault Claim
The Lamothe Law Firm recently defeated a motion to dismiss concerning sexual harassment claims brought under the Fair Housing Act. In denying the motion to dismiss, the Court found that the plaintiff had sufficiently stated a claim of severe sexual harassment under the Fair Housing Act where claimant alleged the defendant touched the plaintiff’s vaginal… Read More
Slip and Fall Accidents at Resorts and Hotels: What You Need to Know
Slips and falls have accounted for over 1.5 million ER visits since 2001. Although some falls may not be serious, others can have devastating and life-changing effects on the victim. Trauma can include spinal or head injuries, lacerations, broken bones, and knee injuries, depending on the circumstances and the fall’s nature. Although most of us… Read More
Who is Responsible for Injuries Caused on Public Transportation?
Public transport usage in the US has increased by nearly a third over the last two decades. For many Americans, it’s the smart choice, as not only is it better for the environment, but statistically, it’s also ten times safer than traveling by car. Unfortunately, accidents and injuries do still happen, and when they do,… Read More
