Scandals involving sexual abuse by priests have rocked the Catholic Church, and the Diocese of Baton Rouge is no exception. At least 24 priests have been credibly accused of sexual abuse within the Diocese of Baton Rouge. This number includes priests incardinated into the Diocese and extern priests or members of religious orders who served… Read More
Posts Categorized In: Sexual Assault
Rape and Sexual Assault on Cruise Ships: What Survivors Need To Know
The popularity of cruise ship vacations has soared since the COVID-19 pandemic. The industry expects a record level of activity in 2025, and locally, the Port of New Orleans anticipates its own record high of 1.3 million cruise passengers in 2024, up from 1.2 million in 2023. Many people look forward to relaxing in the… Read More
LLF Attorney Kristi Schubert Featured: Anthony Odiong Turning Down 20 Year Plea Deal
Our attorney Kristi Schubert was featured in an article and news report by WWLTV’s David Hammer and The Guardian’s Antonio Ramon Vargas: “U.S. priest accused of sexual assault turns down 20-year plea deal. Decision leaves Anthony Odiong on course for trial on charges that could carry a maximum of life imprisonment.” Born in Nigeria and… Read More
Lamothe Law Firm Offers Clients White-Glove Legal Representation
No one wants to have a situation that requires an attorney. Resolving a legal conflict is stressful and time-consuming, and it can be financially burdensome, too. But sometimes you don’t have a choice. The good news is you have options. When hiring an attorney, you want a lawyer who sees you as a person, not… Read More
Anthony Odiong, Catholic Priest Accused of Multiple Sexual Assaults, Fathered Children
“Catholic priest accused of sexual assault fathered children of victims, court hears”, an article by Charlie Scudder and Ramon Antonio Vargas, The Guardian. Born in Nigeria and now a naturalized U.S. citizen, Anthony Odiong came to the United States in 2006 and worked in Texas and Louisiana as a Catholic priest. Odiong is currently facing… Read More
STAR Champion of Change
Lamothe Law Firm recently attended the 2024 STAR (Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response) Champions of Change Gala. This annual event celebrates individuals and organizations who have dedicated themselves to creating positive change in the lives of survivors. Congratulations to our friend Steve McEvoy who is a Champion of Change honoree this year for his work… Read More
Louisiana Sexual Assault Survivor’s Bill of Rights
Effective August 1, 2024, the Louisiana Act No. 669 goes into affect, Sexual Assault Survivor’s Bill of Rights. In May, the legislature voted unanimously in favor of this bill. On June 18th, 2024, Gov. Jeff Landry signed the bill and it takes effect today. Hospitals and other healthcare providers must allow an adult sexual assault… Read More
Louisiana State Police Crime Lab Sexual Assault Kit Tracking Program
Starting July 1, 2024, all Louisiana law enforcement will participate in the new Louisiana State Police Crime Lab sexual assault kit tracking program. All forensic medical exam kits completed after July 1, 2024 will be included in this new program. Sexual assault survivors will be able to track the location and status of their kits… Read More
What Happens With a Rape Kit and How Is Evidence Collected
Originally written in 2020, this informative blog details what to expect during a sexual assault forensic exam (SAFE exam) and a helpful overview of evidence collection. Rape and sexual assault are some of the most horrific crimes imaginable. The immediate aftermath of an attack can be confusing. There are questions from police – and family… Read More
Damages for Sexual Abuse Survivors: Much More Than a Number
It’s impossible to overstate how damaging sexual abuse crimes are for its survivors. These encounters exploit emotional and physical vulnerabilities and create wounds that often fester for years, leaving survivors to grapple with depression, anxiety, and social isolation as they struggle to heal. Such deep-seated physiological and mental hurdles make it extremely difficult for survivors… Read More
