Lamothe Law Firm attorney Kristi Schubert was interviewed by WDSU-TV regarding recent Louisiana legislation seeking to extend the look-back window for childhood sexual abuse survivor claims. Prior to the 2021 legislation, children who were sexually abused had to file a civil lawsuit against their perpetrators by the age of 28. The average age for survivors… Read More
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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
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
John Simerman’s article in The Advocate, “Louisiana high court weighs ‘lookback’ window for child sex abuse claims” details oral arguments heard by the Louisiana Supreme Court recently concerning the constitutionality of legislation to allow survivors of child sexual abuse in Louisiana to sue their perpetrators, regardless of when the alleged abuse occurred. The majority of… Read More
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
Louisiana’s Revised Statute of Limitations Offers Justice for Older Adults Subjected to Sexual Abuse as Children
Often referred to as the “Lookback Window,” Louisiana Legislature Act 386 opens a brief timeframe for survivors of child sexual assault to bring claims against their perpetrator(s), regardless of how much time has passed. This legislation marked a resounding victory for survivors of child clergy sexual abuse, offering them a clear path to pursue justice… 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
STAR 2023 Champion of Change – Kristi Schubert
We are pleased to announce that STAR – Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response – is honoring our attorney Kristi Schubert as a 2023 Champion of Change. She has been selected for helping to transform the community to help end sexual violence through her civil litigation work for survivors. STAR is honoring Ms. Schubert and hosting… Read More
Lamothe Law Firm Obtains Favorable Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Ruling
The Lamothe Law Firm is pleased to report that we have obtained an appellate ruling from the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit which vacates a prior decision issued by U.S. District Judge Jay Zainey in Lousteau v. Holy Cross. Judge Zainey’s controversial prior ruling had struck down Act 322, a law… Read More