Community Involvement

Where We Stand: Louisiana Updated DWI Bill to Prevent Impaired Driving

March 1, 2024 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

Last Thursday, great strides were made in Louisiana towards preventing impaired drivers and ensuring better road safety in our area. Senate members unanimously approved a new bill requiring the use of ignition breathalyzers in vehicles for six months following a person’s first DWI conviction.

The Interlock devices work by requiring drivers to breathe into them in order to start the vehicle’s ignition and can detect BAC below a pre-set limit of 0.02—the equivalent to one alcoholic beverage. In Louisiana, the Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is 0.8, meaning that any driver with a BAC over the limit is considered intoxicated under the law. If properly set up, the Interlock devices will prevent driving before the legal limit is reached, making it improbable to drive drunk.

According to the CDC, Ignition breathalyzers or interlock devices reduce repeat offenses by 70%.

Stay Safe as the Bons Temps Rouler

February 13, 2024 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

With the fun and exciting energy of Mardi Gras, there are far busier streets with large crowds of moving pedestrians and jam-packed traffic that can lead to terrible accidents if you are not well equipped to handle them. As experts in personal injury practice, we would like to offer our best advice to keeping yourself and others safe during the season.

Mardi Gras Safety Tips:

Stay behind barricades.

Navigating the Bar Exam: Insights from Our Team

February 8, 2024 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

As we enter the month of February, law students across the state find themselves in the final stages of preparing for the Louisiana Bar Exam. Undoubtedly, this pivotal moment marks the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. At Broussard, David & Moroux, we understand the weight of this challenge and are committed to supporting aspiring lawyers on their journey to success.

We have reached out to our experienced attorneys for their invaluable insights. Below are five of the most important tips from our expert attorneys at Broussard, David & Moroux aimed at providing you with the confidence and preparation needed to conquer the Bar Exam. So, without further ado, let’s dive into the collective wisdom of our legal team.

Tips for Bar Exam Success:

Founding Partner Richard C. Broussard Celebrates 50th Year of Practicing Law

January 30, 2024 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

This year marks the 50^th anniversary of practicing law for one of Broussard, David & Moroux’s founding partners, Richard C. Broussard.

Broussard graduated from law school at LSU in 1974, and he has spent 50 years tirelessly engaged as a trail lawyer working to repair the harms and losses to good people injured by no fault of their own. He is a past president of the Lafayette Bar Association, and he was chosen by the Louisiana State Bar Association to receive its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in 2004. Broussard was certified in Civil Trial Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is the current Chairman of the Aviation Section for the Louisiana Association for Justice. He also served as the city judge in Youngsville for 20 years.

Broussard and Blake R. David formed the firm of Broussard & David in 2003 with a focus on personal injury. Together, they built a reputation of professionalism and gained respect from others in the area. In the last year, the firm rebranded and changed its name to add longtime partner Jerome Moroux, added five attorneys and expanded to Covington and New Orleans.

How to Have Fun and Stay Safe for Mardi Gras

February 8, 2023 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

For Mardi Gras, most people have one thing on their minds: let the good times roll. However, in addition to the good times, there are also some safety risks that may arise in the wake of Fat Tuesday. To ensure you get the most enjoyment out of the festivities, here are some tips to keep you safe during Carnival season.

Be sure to keep your guard up for beads and other throws, as these objects could be painful on impact.
Stay behind all barricades during the parade and refrain from moving, tampering, standing, or sitting on the barricades.

Partner Richard Broussard Speaks on the Evolution of Maritime and Aviation Law

December 13, 2022 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

Partner Richard Broussard was asked to speak as a panel member at the Louisiana Association of Justice’s Last Chance CLE Conference. The Conference was held in New Orleans and was attended by hundreds of attorneys as a means of continuing their legal education.

The discussion was titled “A New Age: Comparisons Between Aviation Law and Space Law,” and examined the evolution of Space Law, developing from Maritime and Aviation Law (two fields in which Broussard, David & Moroux specialize).

The picture above includes Broussard and his fellow panel members, Federal Judge Jay C. Zainey, Tulane Law Dean David Meyer, Charles C. Bourque, Jr. of St. Martin & Bourque (Houma) and Darlene Jacobs of Jacobs, Sarrat, Lovelace, Harris & Matthews (New Orleans). Along with the panel members pictured are Marin Davies, Chair of Admiralty and Maritime Law at Tulane, and Scott Bickford, the President of the Louisiana Association of Justice.

Tips to Keep You Safe this Labor Day Weekend

September 1, 2022 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

Labor Day weekend is the last chance many people have to vacation and travel before the fall. Whether traveling to the beach or enjoying a weekend by the pool, it is important to keep in mind some basic safety measures. Over this long weekend, Broussard, David & Moroux has a few tips to keep you and your family safe while having fun:

If you are spending a weekend by the pool, remember to monitor children in and around the water and provide inexperienced swimmers with a floating device. Also, be mindful of water depth before diving.
If you are spending the day outdoors in the heat, remember to drink plenty of fluids and wear sunscreen.

National Traffic Awareness Month: How Louisiana is Participating

August 29, 2022 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

National Traffic Awareness Month in August draws awareness to traffic safety, not only for those behind the wheel, but for those riding as passengers and pedestrians as well. This month is used to shed light on the safety rules that help prevent major and minor accidents.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an estimated 42,915 people died in car crashes in 2021. This is a 10.5% increase from 2020. The National Safety Council reported that approximately 4.8 million people were seriously injured in automobile collusions and estimated a total cost of car crashes of $474 billion in 2020. In light of these statistics, it is important to go back to basics and remember safe driving can save lives.

Louisiana is taking is a major step toward safety by installing speed cameras on the Atchafalaya bridge. In 2021 alone there were 269 accidents, resulting in 89 injures and two deaths. Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Secretary Shawn Wilson stated: “What this will ultimately do is save lives.”

Broussard, David & Moroux to Host Community Blood Drive on July 27

July 14, 2022 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

There is an urgent need for all blood types across the country. Every 2 seconds, there is someone who needs blood. One pint of blood can save up to 3 lives.

Broussard, David & Moroux is partnering with Vitalant to host our second community blood drive of the year on Wednesday, July 27, 2022.

The blood drive will be held at our office, located at 557 Jefferson Street, Lafayette, LA 70501 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Broussard, David & Moroux Continues Effort to Provide Lunch to First Responders

May 4, 2020 | by Broussard, David & Moroux

Broussard, David & Moroux law firm is excited to announce another FREE lunch for first responders next week.

In an effort to show appreciation to first responders and the critical role they play during the COVID-19 crisis, Broussard, David & Moroux law firm will provide a meal to all uniformed fire fighters, police officers and paramedics on Wednesday, May 6 at Dwyer’s Café downtown.

In mid-April, the law firm offered a free lunch day at Judice Inn for first responders with the hopes of supporting local businesses as well as essential workers who put their own health at risk to serve our community. It was a great success with 289 meals served that day. Given the tremendous response, Broussard, David & Moroux would like to continue the effort into May.