January / February 2025 Volume 8 • Issue 1
Loyd J. Bourgeois Attorney-at-Law
For a few years now, our firm has had four core values. These values guide our interactions with clients, vendors, the community, and each other. Multiple team members recently demonstrated that our core value of “We Compassionately Make a Difference Every Day” is not just a platitude on a wall. By recognizing and then “Doing the Right Thing,” they showed how we “Get Things Done.” First, while at a middle school soccer game, Lindy noticed multiple players from the other team trading out cleats as they entered the game. She
provide them to his players. For these players, having the right gear may not make them superstars, but it allows them to play the sport with the right equipment. Next, our Social Security team – led by Christy and assisted by Emma and Emilie – recognized that some of our local clients may need extra assistance with the recent cold and snow. They worked the phones to call and assess needs, braved the stores and roadways to purchase heaters, blankets, and flashlights, and then made deliveries before the weather arrived.
I created this workbook for you to document all the evidence you need to obtain a fair settlement from the insurance company after getting hurt in a wreck; things you may forget with time, like: • The accident details. • Witness information. • The progression of your pain and symptoms. • History of missed work and wages. • Names of doctors and dates of visits. • And more! GET YOUR FREE COPY! Injury Victim's Diary If you’d like a copy of this resource or know someone else who may need one, give our office at call at (985) 240-9773 or visit LJBGuides.com. We’d be happy to send you a free copy.
While we often discuss the importance of these values, putting them into action requires personal decisions supported
reached out to the school’s athletic director to see if there was an issue with having the proper
footwear for his soccer players, and when he said yes, she stepped into action. She obtained the sizes of those without soccer
by our team. I am extremely proud
and grateful to Lindy, Christy, Emma, and Emilie for recognizing the needs of our clients and community and being committed to “Compassionately Making a Difference Every Day” by “Doing the Right Thing” and “Getting Things Done.”
cleats, went to the local outdoor store, and purchased the proper footwear for the players.
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We were able to get these cleats into the hands of the athletic director so he could
HOMEMADE HOT CHOCOLATE
INSTRUCTIONS 1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar and cocoa powder. Add milk, chocolate chips, and vanilla and whisk together. 2. Place over medium heat and bring to a light boil while stirring constantly. Be sure the chocolate is fully melted and incorporated. 3. Set aside to cool to your desired temperature and serve with your favorite toppings (ours is basic mini marshmallows).
With the temperatures dropping and unprecedented snow in Southeastern Louisiana, this hot chocolate recipe will warm you up! INGREDIENTS • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or add to your desired sweetness) • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder • 4 cups whole milk* • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate (chips, chunks, or shavings) • ½ tsp vanilla extract
*Note: Replace 1 cup of milk with 1 cup of heavy cream or half and half for a richer and creamier hot chocolate.
SCAN THE CODE FOR A GLIMPSE OF THE FUN ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM!
Our LJBLegal team couldn’t resist taking a break to enjoy a rare, once-in-a-lifetime Louisiana snow day. We experienced 12 hours of nonstop snowfall, resulting in more than a foot of snow. To put that in perspective, Anchorage, Alaska, has only had 3.8
inches of snow since Dec. 1! We couldn’t let this moment pass without sharing some of the fun with on social media, even poking fun at me and my well-documented (and admittedly curmudgeonly) dislike of the cold.
DISCLAIMER This publication is intended to educate our clients, referral sources, and others in our network. It is not
THE LJB LEGAL DIFFERENCE • We listen with empathy, and WE CALL PEOPLE BACK! • We are working-class LSU fans. We never thought we’d have to sue people either, but no one should have to fight insurance companies and government bureaucracy alone. • No charges unless we win. Nothing. ZERO. Until you win.
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intended to be legal advice. Each case is different. You can pass this information along to your family and friends as long as the newsletter is copied in its entirety.
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WHY DO WE SAY, ‘WHAT?’ EVEN WHEN WE HEARD IT?
TIPS TO SKIP THE ‘WHAT?’ REFLEX Here’s how you can avoid those unnecessary “Whats” and keep conversations flowing: 1. Pause Before Responding Instead of firing off a knee-jerk, “What?” take a second to process. 2. Focus Your Attention Sometimes the, “What?” happens because you’re distracted. Put your phone down, make eye contact, and tune in. 3. Be Honest (Sometimes) If you truly missed what they said, it’s OK to say, “I missed that — can you say it again?” It’s more thoughtful than a reflexive, “What?” and shows you value the conversation. Remember, communication isn’t just about what’s said; it’s about how it’s heard. So, the next time you feel a, “What?” coming, pause for a moment. You might realize you already have the answer!
You’ve been there. Someone says something, and before you even think about it, you blurt out, “What?” But just as they start to repeat themselves, your brain suddenly catches up, and — boom! — you’re talking over them and answering the question they asked. I recently listened to a podcast that discussed this phenomenon. When you hear a sound, your brain temporarily stores it in an “echoic memory,” which lasts two to four seconds. However, it takes a little while for your brain to process the sounds after you hear them. This little hiccup happens because your brain sometimes takes a second longer to process what you just heard, or even to decide if they’re worth processing. Was someone talking to you, or was that just background noise? Think of it as your mental gears spinning before locking into place. But while your brain catches up, your reflex to say, “What?” jumps the gun.
At LJBLegal, we love helping people and continue working hard to provide our clients with the best experience through challenging times. If you happen to know of anyone who was hurt in an accident or needs help obtaining disability benefits, please have them reach out to us at (985) 240-9773. We are always thankful to those who trust us enough to recommend us to their family, friends, and/or clients. THANKS FOR YOUR REFERRALS! • Brenda Breaux • Charles K. Chauvin, attorney
• Dawn Madere • Garrett Monti • Jake Lemmon, attorney
• Jennifer Johnson • Jessica Pistorius • Joey Zeit, attorney
• Jon Chaisson • Kade Rogers • Katherine Sanchez • Loren Licciardi • Louisiana Pain Specialists – Metairie • Marlin Rogers • Misty L Schneider
THIS EDITION’S REVIEW ROUNDUP
“The staff has been helpful and
considerate in keeping me informed about the process and also providing regular updates on the work they are doing on my behalf, thus allowing me to go about my daily life with peace of mind, knowing I have a knowledgeable and dedicated team of professionals behind me, working hard for my best interest.”
“I connected with LJB because of the helpful, knowledgeable information that I found on their site. Emma was very good at onboarding me and helping me get through their processes. But most importantly she LISTENED! She listened to me and didn’t rush me off the phone, and she continues her kind way of guiding me along the way.” – Theresa Williams
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What did the icy road say to the car? Wanna go for a spin?
What do you call a snowman who lives in Louisiana? A puddle.
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We Fight for the Injured and Disabled with Compassion and Care! How We Help: 9 Car Crashes
9 18-Wheeler Crashes 9 Motorcycle Crashes
9 Personal Injury – Slip & Falls, Dog Bites, Other Injury Claims 9 Disability Claims
IN THIS ISSUE: Living Our Core Values • Homemade Hot Chocolate • Louisiana Sneaux Day
WINNERS OF OUR 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY
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