The Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault (LaFASA) recently posted this message about their interview with Frank Lamothe where he answered questions that surround the legal journey a sexual assault survivor faces: “Have you ever wondered the difference between a criminal and civil case against a perpetrator? LaFASA has a great relationship with Lamothe Law Firm,… Read More
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Challenges and Gaps in Louisiana’s Efforts to Address Human Trafficking
The Louisiana Legislative Auditor has recently released a report, “Challenges and Gaps in Louisiana’s Efforts to Address Human Trafficking.” The report states that there are some regions of the state that have addressed some human trafficking concerns, but a concerted statewide campaign is needed to alert Louisiana residents how to recognize and report suspected cases… Read More
Information to Protect Yourself and Pursue Your Rights
In “Rape, Sexual Assault, and Sexual Abuse – Protect Yourself and Pursue Your Rights,” a new Lamothe Law Firm eBook, attorneys Frank Lamothe, Kristi Schubert, and Julien Lamothe share information and offer guidance on how to protect yourself against the harm of sexual abuse and assault, including: Don’t Believe the Myths About Rape Workplace Sexual… Read More
Helpful Things to Know When You Report a Sexual Assault to the Police
It’s common for sexual assault survivors — including the parents of children who have been sexually assaulted — to hesitate before calling law enforcement. The emotional and physical toll of sexual assault is profound, and survivors may feel embarrassed, confused, and self-blaming about what happened. Reporting a sexual assault to the police is also about… Read More
Metro Centers for Community Advocacy
Since 1986, Metro Centers for Community Advocacy has provided services for survivors of trauma to the Greater New Orleans area including Jefferson, Orleans, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. Tammany, St. Charles, St. John and St. James Parishes. All services are free and confidential. Metro’s Mission: “To break the cycle of violence and aid survivors of domestic… Read More
The New Orleans Family Justice Center
January is National Stalking Awareness Month. 31% of women who are victims of stalking are also sexually assaulted. We would like to highlight the New Orleans Family Justice Center who provides services to survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, stalking and human trafficking. The New Orleans Family Justice Center, located at 701 Loyola… Read More
LaFASA’s Louisiana Sexual Assault Centers
There is help for survivors of sexual assault. The Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault (LaFASA) has 11 accredited Sexual Assault Centers in Louisiana. From LaFASA’s website – “Local sexual assault centers are an essential resource for survivors, their loved ones, and their communities. These local organizations are supporting people through a very vulnerable time in… Read More
Victims’ Rights: Child Abuse and Sexual Assault
Figures from the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) show that on average there are 433,648 victims (age 12 or older) of rape and sexual assault each year in the United States. In 2016, Child Protective Services agencies substantiated that 57,329 children were subjected to sexual abuse. Abuse of children, whether sexual, physical, or… Read More
Personal Safety for Passengers Using Uber or Lyft
From the Washington Post, “Uber discloses 3,000 reports of sexual assault on U.S. rides last year in its long-awaited safety study.” This is the first time a ride-sharing company has disclosed the scale of this safety problem. Both Uber and Lyft say they have implemented changes to address these safety concerns including increased screening and… Read More
Guide to College Sexual Assaults
Colleges and universities are institutions for learning, growth, and somewhere, young people can take their next steps in their life journey. Yet, one in four female students at campuses across the U.S. report being the victim of some form of sexual assault. A survey conducted by the Association of American Universities (AAU) questioned 181,752 students… Read More
