Lamothe Law Firm congratulates Nadia Murad and Dr. Denis Mukwege who won the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to “end the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war and armed conflict.” As a law firm that represents victims of sexual abuse and violence, we support their courageous efforts to end sexual violence…. Read More
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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
Foster Mother Sentenced to 30 Years
The Lamothe Law Firm together with Ressler & Tesh, PLLC of Seattle successfully represented the biological parents of Madison Parrott in the wrongful death civil suit filed against the State of Louisiana, through the Department of Children and Family Services and Trenique Faciane. The claim against the State alleged inadequate oversight after warning signs of… Read More
How to Spot Red-Flag Sexual Predator Behavior in the Early Stages
Our attorney Kristi Schubert’s latest article about spotting sexual predator behavior: Child sexual abuse is devastating for its victims and their families. Survivors of childhood sexual abuse have been found to be approximately 10 times more likely to attempt suicide. Learning how to recognize would-be predators and identify red-flag behavior will help you protect your… Read More
The Best Lawyers in America – Richard Martin
The Lamothe Law Firm is pleased to announce that Richard M. Martin, Jr. has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2019 for Personal Injury – Plaintiff. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers® has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey. Over 52,000 leading… Read More
New Orleans Hospitality Workers Commonly Encounter Sexual Assault and Harassment
National statistics regarding sexual assault, abuse, and harassment among hospitality workers are staggering. According to data from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the food services and accommodation industry – restaurants, coffee shops, hotels and resorts, and other hospitality establishments – accounted for 14.2 percent of all sexual harassment claims filed with the agency… Read More
The Best Lawyers in America – Frank Lamothe
The Lamothe Law Firm is pleased to announce that Frank E. Lamothe, III has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2019 for Personal Injury – Plaintiff. This marks 34 consecutive years that Mr. Lamothe has been included, making him one of a select group of attorneys to receive this recognition nationwide. Since it was first published… Read More
Employer Liability for Employee’s Sexually Abusive Acts
The experienced attorneys at Lamothe Law Firm represent both adult and child sexual abuse and assault victims, drawing from years of personal injury litigation success and a deep compassion for our clients and the harm they have endured. Here is an article by our attorney, Kristi Schubert, about holding an employer liable for its employee’s sexually abusive acts. … Read More
Sexual Assault and Harassment Settlement
Recently, Lamothe Law Firm attorneys successfully negotiated a significant settlement of a female client’s Title 7 federal court claim for on-the-job sexual harassment by a male supervisor. State law claims were also asserted under the Court’s supplemental jurisdiction. At issue were the supervisor’s improper sexual physical contacts, inappropriate sexual comments, and promises of wage increases… Read More
