May / June 2025 Volume 8 • Issue 3
Loyd J. Bourgeois Attorney-at-Law
You did it. You made it to the end of the beginning.
Congratulations on your high school diploma! This is a significant milestone in your life — a time when you have grown immensely, learned intently, and begun the journey to who you will ultimately become. Remember this as you embark on the next chapter of your life — the slate is clean, and what you have done from the beginning until now does not predict your future. As they say, “Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.” At this moment, you have the opportunity and choice to be whoever you wish to be. The old man in me wonders what I would have done back then if I had known what I know now. The young man in me insists it’s never too late to learn. So here are three things I hope you embrace as you enter adulthood: First, your mindset matters. Paraphrasing Henry Ford, the great American innovator, whether you think you can or think you can’t, you are correct. Your beliefs about yourself will shape who you become. But here’s the secret — if you don’t like who you are, you can change who you will be by changing your beliefs about yourself. Talk to yourself positively. Discover the beauty and uniqueness within yourself. Second, learning opportunities abound; embrace them. Try new things. Take risks. Explore and experiment. If you approach every learning opportunity with the right mindset, you will never fail. You will only learn how to approach or do things differently next time. Thirdly, remember the importance of kindness and compassion. You can and should have an impact on those around you. Your actions, both big and small, can have a profound impact on the lives of others. Approach every interaction with empathy, understanding, and respect. This mindset will enhance your perspective, create more learning opportunities, and leave a lasting mark on the world. As our world evolves faster than ever, you have the privilege of leading the way. May you discover your passion and create the life you desire. Cheers to you and the Class of 2025!
A message to my daughter Sophie & this year’s graduating class
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.
Offices in Luling & Metairie, La. (985) 240-9773 www.LJBLegal.com
NUTELLA PUPPY CHOW INSTRUCTIONS 1. In a 350°F preheated oven, roast hazelnuts until fragrant and lightly browned, about 8 minutes. 2. Allow to cool and then remove as much of the skin as possible with a towel. 3. Grind up hazelnuts finely in a food processor. 4. Put the cereal in a large bowl and set aside. 5. In a pan over medium-low heat, melt butter, chocolate, and white chocolate, stirring constantly. 6. When all is melted, remove from heat and add Nutella and stir until mixed in, then add hazelnuts and stir well. 7. Slowly pour over cereal. Stir with your
From Chef-in-training
hands! (Make sure they are clean first!)
8. It is MUCH easier than with a
INGREDIENTS • 1/2 cup butter • 1 cup Nutella • 3/4 cup chocolate chips (use semi-sweet or dark, milk would be far too sweet, and you’d lose the chocolate flavor) • 3/4 cup white chocolate chips • 2/3 cup hazelnuts • 13 cups (more or less) or one 12oz box of hearty wheat/corn/rice cereal like Crispix or Chex – try to find a hearty version so it doesn’t break down when stirring • 3 cups powdered sugar
spoon. It may take some time since the batter is thick. 9. Dump the mixture into a gallon-size zipper bag and add powdered sugar. Start with a small amount and add more as needed. You don’t want them TOO coated with powdered sugar because they will end up tasting too sweet. 10. Zip up the bag and shake it until the ingredients are well-coated.
LIVING LOCAL: SUPPORTING OUR SCHOOLS
RECENT REVIEW “Outstanding attorneys and crew. This was my first time using a lawyer for a car accident and these guys were awesome. My hat goes off to Jerry Lasalle who went above and beyond to help make this process easier. Thank you for helping us at this difficult time.” – Karen
CAREER DAY AT HARRY HURST AND R.K. SMITH MIDDLE SCHOOLS Jerry and Loyd had a great time
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! 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. HAHNVILLE HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE We were proud to support Hahnville High School Theatre students as they prepare to represent Louisiana at the International Thespian Festival in Bloomington, Ind., in June!
sharing what it’s like to be personal injury lawyers and discussing TikTok attorneys at R.K. Smith and Harry Hurst Middle Schools’ Career Days!
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.
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.
Loyd J. Bourgeois LLC • (888) 552-4773 • Visit Us Online for Resources: LJBLegal.com
FROM PIKE’S PEAK TO PERSONAL INJURY PROGRESS
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 ensure they receive the support and guidance they need to move forward. THANK YOU FOR TAKING CARE OF YOUR FRIENDS, CLIENTS, AND FAMILY! • Powell Digangi • Kayla Rogers • Terry Cheramie • Dora Gaubert • Louis Patecek • Lloyd T Bourgeois, atttorney • Tammy Lynn Jenkins • Nelson Billiot • Aaron Hurd, attorney • Amanda Thomas • Marie Bond Talamo • Alton Andras • Detillier Financial Advisors, LLC • Michael Madere
• Susan Landry • Thomas Sierra
• Samuel B. Cooper, Jr, attorney • Ronald “Chip” Morrison, attorney • Jake Lemmon, attorney
• Melissa Morvant • Darnette Antoine • Dr. Trip Goolsby • Abel Comardelle
Lindy and Loyd traveled to Denver, Colorado, to attend the Personal Injury Lawyer Marketing and Management Association conference. We’re always looking for better ways to serve our clients, and this trip was all about learning from some of the best minds in personal injury law and bringing new ideas back home to Louisiana.
After the conference, we took a day to enjoy some of Colorado’s natural beauty. We visited Garden of the Gods and even made it up to Pike’s Peak. Let’s just say Loyd isn’t a big fan of the cold, but lucky for him, it wasn’t too chilly. We’re back now, full of ideas and more committed than ever to fighting for the folks who count on us.
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WE’VE BEEN RECOGNIZED ON TWO MAJOR NATIONAL LISTS The firm ranks No. 51 on the Inc. 2000 Southeast Regional list of the fastest- growing private companies and No. 47 on the Law Firm 500 list of the fastest- growing law firms across the United States. Thank you for your support!
Why did the golfer bring an extra pair of pants? In case he got a hole-in-one!
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We Fight for the Injured and Disabled with Compassion and Care! How We Help: We Help With: 9 Car Crashes 9 18-Wheeler Crashes 9 Motorcycle Crashes 9 Personal Injury – Slip & Falls, Dog Bites, and More
IN THIS ISSUE: Cheers to the Grads • Nutella Puppy Chow • Living Local at Middle School Career Days
CONGRATS, 2025 LJB SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!
We’re proud to announce this year’s recipients of the LJB Legal Injury and Disability Scholarships: Braden Genius (Hahnville High) and
Danica Gautreaux (Destrehan High).
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Both students demonstrated incredible strength in overcoming personal challenges.
HHS Senior Braden Genius
DHS Senior Danica Gautreaux
Braden is headed to Louisiana Tech
University, and Danica will attend LSU to study Kinesiology.
We’re honored to support their next chapter.
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