Recent lawsuits against the Archdiocese of New Orleans have shone the spotlight on childhood sexual abuse. Although many of these cases focus on acts committed decades ago, sexual violence continues to be a horrible reality for many Louisiana children. Many of these survivors may be able to pursue legal action against their abusers. In 2017,… Read More
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Common Injuries After a Rear-End Collision
If you’ve been rear-ended by another vehicle and think you’re okay, you should still see a doctor for a complete checkup. A doctor can check for signs of the hidden injuries that are often associated with rear-end collisions, as well as provide important baseline medical documentation of your injury, should you ever decide to file… Read More
Creditors Meet with Archdiocese of New Orleans Today
Today, May 29, 2020, Lamothe Law Firm was present as the Archdiocese of New Orleans attended a meeting with its creditors. Father Patrick Carr, in his capacity as the Third Vice President, Director and Vicar of Finance of the Debtor, appeared to answer questions under oath. Father Carr announced to the creditors that the Archdiocese… Read More
Bankruptcy Shortens the Time for New Orleans Clergy Abuse Survivors to File Legal Claims
After paying millions of dollars in compensation to victims of child sexual abuse, the Archdiocese of New Orleans is the latest division of the Catholic Church to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. What does this mean for survivors of childhood sexual abuse at orphanages, youth homes, churches, schools, and other organizations run by the… Read More
Holding the Catholic Church Liable for Child Abuse in New Orleans Youth Homes and Orphanages
As the bankruptcy proceedings of the Archdiocese of New Orleans move forward, information continues to surface about allegations of child abuse – including sexual abuse – in youth homes run by the church. Dozens of individuals who spent time as children living at Madonna Manor, Hope Haven, and St. Elizabeth’s have claimed that they suffered… Read More
Lamothe Law Firm in the News – New Orleans Archdiocese Bankruptcy
Frank Lamothe and the Lamothe Law Firm were recently featured on a New Orleans channel WDSU newscast. Since the Archdiocese of New Orleans has filed for bankruptcy, survivors of abuse by clergy and other Catholic Church employees should file any claims against the Archdiocese without delay. If they do not file before the bankruptcy deadlines,… Read More
Clergy Sexual Abuse Survivors Must File Claims in Archdiocese of New Orleans Bankruptcy or Risk Losing Their Right to Compensation
Individuals alleging to have been sexually abused by Catholic clergy will no longer have their cases decided by a jury of their peers. Instead, the success of their claims will be determined in bankruptcy court. On May 1, 2020, the Roman Catholic Church of the Archdiocese of New Orleans filed a Chapter 11 petition in… Read More
Archdiocese of New Orleans Files for Bankruptcy
The Archdiocese of New Orleans has filed for bankruptcy today in federal court. Here is today’s The New Orleans Advocate article by reporter Ramon Antonio Vargas: “Archdiocese of New Orleans files bankruptcy, records show; here’s what’s next.“ The New Orleans diocese “joins more than two dozen other dioceses and Catholic religious orders across the U.S…. Read More
Signs Your Child is Being Groomed Online and What You Can Do
While the internet age may have opened a new world of education, entertainment, and discovery, it has also introduced another level of danger for minors. With many young Americans using the internet daily, more are being targeted by online predators. Some of these predators look to cultivate relationships that lead to in-person meetings and sexual… Read More
Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Lawyers
Lawdragon, a leading legal publisher, has selected Frank Lamothe to its list of 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers for 2020. The Lawdragon editorial team determined its honorees through submissions, extensive evaluation, and journalistic research, including comments from Frank’s peers in the profession. This award salutes Frank and other lawyers who have made it their mission… Read More
