On June 25, 2025, a New Orleans federal jury awarded $2.75 million in a case involving allegations of childhood clergy sexual abuse and institutional responsibility. In Lousteau v. Congregation of Holy Cross, Southern Province, Inc., the jury found in favor of the plaintiff, Mr. Lousteau, holding the Congregation accountable for its role in enabling and concealing abuse. This is the first jury verdict in a case relying on the look-back window, which revived claims related to childhood sexual abuse.
This verdict sends a clear message that institutions will be held accountable when they fail to protect children and vulnerable individuals. It demonstrates the power of a jury to recognize survivors’ pain and hold responsible parties to account.
If you have questions about this verdict or wish to discuss legal options in a similar matter, please feel free to contact us online or call 844-943-7626.
Other Clergy & Priest Abuse News
Over the past several months, our firm along with co-counsel, Johnny Denenea and Richard Trahant, on behalf of certain abuse survivors, has been holding the Archdiocese of New Orleans accountable by filing several motions to address concerns.
Court Says Louisiana “Lookback Window” Clergy Abuse Lawsuit Against Diocese of Lafayette Can Proceed
The Louisiana Third Circuit Court of Appeal upheld a lower court ruling of a law that allows victims of child sexual abuse to file claims regardless of when the abuse occurred.
This week The Guardian published a series of articles comprising the most comprehensive account that the Archdiocese of New Orleans is the largest known employer of pedophiles in Louisiana history.
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This page contains a collection of documents, depositions and pleadings relevant to the Archdiocese of New Orleans Sex Abuse Scandal. MOTION AND INCORPORATED MEMORANDUM IN SUPPORT OF PLAINTIFF’S MOTION TO DE-CLASSIFY DOCUMENTS IMPROPERLY DESIGNATED AS [...]
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