UPDATE (6/16/24): The Louisiana Supreme Court and the state legislature have reopened the courthouse doors through June 2027 for adult Louisianans subjected to childhood sexual assault. During that “lookback window,” survivors may bring claims and seek justice from their abusers. “State high court rejects Louisiana law that gave child sex abuse victims second chance… Read More
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LLF Attorney Kristi Schubert in the News
Lamothe Law Firm attorney Kristi Schubert was featured in news articles regarding the excommunication of Scott Peyton from the Catholic Church. Mr. Peyton’s son had been sexually abused by a priest as a minor. The Peyton family spoke out about the abuse and filed a lawsuit against the church. Mr. Peyton called the actions to… Read More
Louisiana Supreme Court Strikes Down Look-Back Window as Unconstitutional
UPDATE (6/16/24): The Louisiana Supreme Court and the state legislature have reopened the courthouse doors through June 2027 for adult Louisianans subjected to childhood sexual assault. During that “lookback window,” survivors may bring claims and seek justice from their abusers. The Louisiana Supreme Court has overturned the state law that gave childhood sexual abuse… Read More
Frank Lamothe Honored as a Leading Plaintiff Lawyer
Lawdragon, a leading legal publisher, has selected Frank Lamothe to its list of 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers. Lawyers for this guide are selected through a time-honed process of independent journalistic research and submissions. This award salutes Frank and other lawyers who have made it their mission to help clients find justice. Mr…. Read More
LLF Attorney Kristi Schubert – Look-Back Window for Childhood Survivors of Sexual Abuse
UPDATE (6/16/24): The Louisiana Supreme Court and the state legislature have reopened the courthouse doors through June 2027 for adult Louisianans subjected to childhood sexual assault. During that “lookback window,” survivors may bring claims and seek justice from their abusers. Lamothe Law Firm attorney Kristi Schubert was interviewed by WDSU-TV regarding recent Louisiana… Read More
Institutional Sexual Abuse: What It Is, and How It Protects Predators From Justice
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.
Lamothe Law Firm Attorney Kristi Schubert Remarks on Louisiana Supreme Court Oral Argument
UPDATE (6/16/24): The Louisiana Supreme Court and the state legislature have reopened the courthouse doors through June 2027 for adult Louisianans subjected to childhood sexual assault. During that “lookback window,” survivors may bring claims and seek justice from their abusers. John Simerman’s article in The Advocate, “Louisiana high court weighs ‘lookback’ window for child sex… Read More
Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Assault Have Until June 14, 2024 to Hold Their Attackers Liable
UPDATE (6/16/24): The Louisiana Supreme Court and the state legislature have reopened the courthouse doors through June 2027 for adult Louisianans subjected to childhood sexual assault. During that “lookback window,” survivors may bring claims and seek justice from their abusers. In 2021, the Louisiana legislature passed the Child Victims Act, enacting a special exception to… Read More
