Two New Laws Have Been Passed in Louisiana Affecting Sexual Abuse Cases by Kristi S. Schubert During the 2019 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature, two new laws were enacted which will have an effect on sexual abuse cases in Louisiana. The first law, which became effective August 1, 2019, adds an exception to the… Read More
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Rape Survivors Not Billed for the Rape Exam Kit in Louisiana
LLF attorney Kristi Schubert: “Many states still allow victims of rape to be charged hundreds and sometimes thousands of dollars to undergo a so called “rape kit” exam. These exams collect crucial evidence. They also benefit the entire community by helping to identify repeat perpetrators of sexual violence. Thankfully, Louisiana now covers all costs of… Read More
CDC’s Plan to Prevent Sexual Violence
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has published an ebook called “A Technical Package to Prevent Sexual Violence”. You can download the ebook HERE. Segments included in the ebook include: Promote Social Norms that Protect Against Violence Teach Skills to Prevent Sexual Violence Provide Opportunities to Empower and Support Girls and Women Create Protective… Read More
Sexual Assault in Prison Is More Common Than You Might Think
by Frank E. Lamothe, III Sexual assaults in our nation’s prisons and jails is commonplace, and the statistics regarding incidents involving women and juveniles is staggering. A federal law has sought to slow the trend through prevention and education, and several states have followed suit. Prison Sexual Assault by the Numbers According to a 2012… Read More
Resources for Sexual Abuse and Assault Survivors
Lamothe Law Firm has a new “In the Community” page on our website. Because we handle many sexual abuse and sexual assault cases, we support many organizations who help abuse survivors. These organizations are great resources for information to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice. Here are a… Read More
Non-Consensual Pornography: What Can You Do?
By Kristi S. Schubert, Esq. In an era where an individual’s online reputation plays a large part in employment decisions, professional relationships, and other personal interactions, posting explicit material of someone online can have significant deleterious real-world consequences. Unfortunately, since taking and sharing photos and videos has become so simple, it is easy for unscrupulous… Read More
Broken Trust: Sexual Abuse by a Counselor or Therapist
By Kristi S. Schubert A close trusting relationship is an essential part of successful therapy. Therapists are skilled in cultivating the trust of their patients and making them feel safe to share their deepest doubts, fears, and insecurities. When this trust is used properly, it can be powerful tool in helping the patient achieve therapeutic… Read More
A Passion for Justice
The experienced attorneys at Lamothe Law Firm represent both adult and child sexual abuse victims, drawing from years of personal injury litigation success and a deep compassion for our clients and the harm they have endured.
Blue Jeans Do Not Imply Consent
LOUISIANA DENIM DAY – APRIL 10, 2019 April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention month. We are wearing blue denim today in solidarity with sexual assault victims who are wrongly blamed for the assaults perpetrated against them. Since 1999, wearing jeans on Denim Day has become a symbol against destructive attitudes surrounding sexual assault that… Read More
Fighting Child Abuse and Sexual Assault if the Police Won’t Help
If you believe a child has been abused, raped, or sexually assaulted in Louisiana and your local police department is unwilling or unable to help, what do you do? Under state law, you have a number of options to help ensure the safety of the child and pursue justice. Beyond Criminal Laws: The Louisiana Children’s… Read More
