November / December 2025 Volume 8 • Issue 6
Loyd J. Bourgeois Attorney-at-Law
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 a call at (985) 240-9773 or visit LJBGuides.com. We’d be happy to send you a free copy.
As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on a year marked by meaningful change and steady growth. This year, we made the important decision to close our disability practice, a significant chapter in our firm’s history that helped shape who we are today. Although that transition was not easy, it allowed us to focus our energy and resources on expanding our personal injury practice, where we have achieved remarkable progress. It has strengthened our ability to advocate for those who need us most. Throughout the year, our team embraced new challenges with resilience and optimism. We expanded not only in size but also in experience, skills, and shared purpose. Looking
forward, we are excited about the new members
joining our firm in 2026 — professionals who will bring fresh perspectives and help us elevate the service we provide. With growth comes responsibility: to our clients who trust us with their most difficult moments, to our team who supports each other through every case, and to our community that we are proud to serve. As we enter the new year, we do so with gratitude,
ambition, and a steadfast commitment to making a meaningful difference.
Sincerely,
Offices in Luling & Metairie, La. (985) 240-9773 www.LJBLegal.com
GINGERBREAD WAFFLES • 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter, plus some to butter the iron • Syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit for toppings INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat the waffle iron. 2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking
An easy idea for Christmas breakfast from Rachael Ray.
INGREDIENTS • 3 cups all-purpose flour • 4 tsp. baking powder • 2 tsp. ground cinnamon • 2 tsp. ground ginger • 1/2 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg, eyeball it • 1/2 tsp. salt • 4 large eggs • 2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar • 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. In a medium bowl, beat eggs and brown sugar until fluffy, then beat in pumpkin, milk, molasses, and melted butter. Stir the wet into the dry until just moist. Do not overstir the
waffle batter. Brush the iron with a little melted butter and cook four waffles, four sections each. Serve with toppings of your choice.
• 1 1/4 cups milk • 1/2 cup molasses
NOLA FAMILY FAVORITES
Our team enjoyed celebrating at the NOLA Family Magazine Family Favorites Winner’s Circle event at Urban South Brewery. Thanks to everyone who voted and helped name Loyd J. Bourgeois 2025’s “Favorite Attorney.” More than 85,000 readers voted, which makes this recognition especially meaningful. Families count on us after accidents and injuries. We are so grateful for the trust our community places in us.
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NEW YEAR’S TRIVIA Time balls were invented to help sailors. Before it was used on New Year’s Eve, a ball atop England’s Royal Observatory in Greenwich was dropped at 1 p.m. every
day, starting in 1833, to help ships align their navigation equipment. Similar balls were set up around the world.
party was thrown for a newspaper. The tradition of gathering in Times Square for New Year’s started as a party to celebrate the opening of the New York Times building in 1904. Over 200,000 people attended.
The first Times Square New Year’s
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.
LJB LEGAL VIP PERKS Our attorneys are all notaries. Notary services are a courtesy we offer to our clients for free (if we don’t have to prepare the document). Just send us an email at info@LJBLegal.com, and we’re happy to help you. DISCLAIMER This publication is intended to educate our clients, referral sources, and others in our network. It is not 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. THE LJB GUARANTEE If you’re not completely satisfied with your experience after 30 days, we’ll give you your entire file and charge you nothing!
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
WELCOME KATE TO THE LJB LEGAL TEAM Kate moved to St. Charles Parish in 2012 as an elementary school student and has loved the strong sense of community here ever since. She graduated from LSU with a degree in mass communication and a minor in psychology. She wanted a role that combined communication, empathy, and a deep understanding of people. At LJBLegal, Kate uses these strengths to support clients with positivity and compassion. Her background in mental health and her years of customer service experience help her make clients feel comfortable and cared for during difficult moments.
“I had gotten in a wreck. It was my first accident, and I did not know what to do. They told me we did not need to call the police, but later they changed their story. That is when I called. The first person I spoke to was Miss Emma, and then Mr. Jerry called me and explained what was going on. He told me what to expect and kept me updated. I could not ask for a better experience from this law firm and these kind people. I will use them again if anything like this ever happens again.” – Josh Ward “I had a driver collide into my side, right into the driver door. I had never been in a serious accident before, so I was a bit lost. I didn’t know what I could do or how to handle the matter, so I got a full recommendation to talk to Loyd’s firm and got assigned Jerry’s team. That was the turnaround point for all of this. Jerry and his team were patient, kind, and saw to my every need during this process. They carefully explained everything, so I feel as though my experience was clean, simple, and efficient. But more than that, I felt as though I could count on them through this entire process. Thank you to Loyd Bourgeois, and thank you to Jerry Lassalle for getting me all the help that I needed.” – Derrick McClain
Outside of work, Kate enjoys spending time with her family and her cat Margo. She also loves writing fiction, crocheting, painting, watching her favorite shows, and playing video games. We are excited to have Kate on our team and look forward to the kindness and energy she brings to our clients and our office.
LJBLEGAL HONORED AT LSU100
For the second year in a row, LJBLegal earned a spot on the LSU100 list of the fastest-growing Tiger-owned-and-led businesses. We ranked ninth last year and eleventh this year. Seeing our name on that list again reminded me that our growth has been steady and intentional. It is not the result of a single big case. It reflects consistent effort and a team that genuinely cares about the families we serve.
When I started this firm, Lindy was pregnant with our third child. I intentionally
the business. The success we are seeing today stems from the groundwork laid in those early years and the dedication of our entire team. Their commitment to our clients and our community enables this firm to continue moving forward. Thank you to our team for the heart they bring to each case. Thank you to our community for trusting us during some of the most challenging moments of your lives. And thank you to everyone who has supported this journey. We are proud of this recognition and even more proud of the people behind it.
kept things small so I could coach ball, attend school events, and be present in every part of my kids’ lives. Those years shaped how I run this practice. They reminded me to keep my priorities in the right place and helped me build a strong foundation for what came next.
REID'S JOKE CORNER
I once told a chemistry joke at a holiday party, but I didn’t get much of a reaction.
As our children have grown older, I have been able to devote more energy to growing
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"When you need the win, you have to Give Them the L" We Help With: • Car Accidents • 18-Wheeler Accidents • Motorcycle Wrecks • Personal Injuries (Slip and Falls, Dog Bites, and More)
IN THIS ISSUE: A Year of Change, Growth & Purpose • Gingerbread Waffles • Staff News
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY
Every holiday season, I look forward to our 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway. It is a simple way for us to highlight the local businesses that make this community special. Each day, we feature one of our favorites and give away a $50 gift card to spread a little cheer.
Facebook and Instagram and click the link to sign up. I enjoy doing this each year because it gives us a chance to support our local shops, connect with our neighbors, and share some holiday joy. The giveaway runs through December 24. Here are some of this year’s winners so far.
Thank you for taking care of your friends, clients, and family! When someone you love gets hurt, make sure they’re truly taken care of. Don’t let them become just another claim number. Have them call us at (985) 240- 9773. We’ll make sure they get the support and guidance they need to move forward. • Douglas Fazzio • Eric Oliver Person, attorney • Lemoine Wealth Management • Randy Gaspard • David Solomonik, attorney • Deanne R Williams, attorney • Lindsey M. Sbrolla, EDPNA • Tiffany Borne • James Turner • Ronald “Chip” Morrison, attorney • Lyncee Daigrepont • Recovery ChiroMed - Luling • Vanessa Kynerd • Blaire Dunn
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