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Morgan & Morgan Hunger Relief Center Dedication
On March 6, 2013, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s fight to end hunger took a major step forward with the dedication of the Morgan & Morgan, P.A. Hunger Relief Center. The new, 100,000-square foot facility—more than double the size of its predecessor—is equipped to handle millions of pounds of food the organization had to previously turn away due to a lack of adequate coolers, freezers, and general infrastructure space.
“This is one of the best things we’ve ever done,” Mr. Morgan said of he and his wife Ultima’s generous $2 million donation to the cause. “Other than the four children, this is one of the best things we’ve ever done.”
By the organization’s estimates, the value of the food stored in the Morgan & Morgan, P.A. Hunger Relief Center over the next 20 years will exceed $1.4 billion.
The Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is a private, nonprofit organization spearheading the fight to end hunger by collecting and distributing food to more than 500 nonprofit partner agencies throughout Brevard, Orange, Lake, Seminole, Osceola, and Volusia counties in Central Florida. In addition to gathering and distributing food to those in need, Second Harvest Food Bank strives to raise public awareness on the “invisible problem” of hunger and poverty, as well as develop county-specific solutions to hunger in Central Florida.
If you would like to get involved with or donate to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, please visit their website.
Morgan & Morgan is committed to helping out those students looking to get into law as a career. To help out, we formed the For The People Scholarship. Through this scholarship, we've already helped pay for law school for a first-year law student who was committed to making his or her community a better place.
John Morgan places a big emphasis on giving back to the community, and has built the firm to reflect his values of charity and public service. Many of our firm’s partners holds at least one leadership position in a charitable organization, for example.
We seek to inspire these values of charity and public service beyond our firm, and encourage aspiring lawyers to approach their careers as our attorneys already do.
In 2013, John Morgan partnered with United for Care in campaigning to legalize medical marijuana on behalf of sick and suffering Floridians. It took nearly four years, two elections, and cost John millions of dollars, but medical marijuana was finally legalized in 2016.
John’s support for medical marijuana is personal; it helped relieve the pain of his father, who had emphysema and esophageal cancer, and his brother, who is paraplegic. Another reason he supports medical marijuana is because of the damage he’s seen caused by the powerful prescription pain medications his clients are often given by a doctor following an injury.
The initial campaign began by writing an initiative and hiring an “army of angels” to collect the nearly 700,000 signatures required to get it on the 2014 ballot. While collecting signatures proved challenging, the initiative eventually qualified for the ballot but faced a consistent and well funded opposition throughout the campaign. In the end, 58 percent of voters were in favor of the initiative, but it required at least 60 percent to pass.
Undeterred, and further inspired by Floridians who urged him to try again, John launched another campaign to legalize medical marijuana. The second time around Florida had no doubts about medical marijuana and the initiative passed with a resounding 71 percent of the vote.
Our brains are incredibly delicate. Although protected by our skulls, sudden or forceful impacts can jostle our most vital organ within its confines and cause serious, potentially life-changing damage, ranging from minor concussions to severe traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in more serious events.
Head injuries commonly result from motor vehicle collisions, even in minor accidents where drivers are moving at low speeds. Symptoms aren’t always apparent, either. Someone may not realize they hit their head or assume that they can “walk off” a minor impact when, in reality, they’ve suffered significant damage that may affect them invisibly.
Anyone involved in a car accident must seek out a trained medical professional for a comprehensive evaluation. Although you might not think it’s necessary, taking this proactive step can quite literally save your life. If you do discover you were injured in your accident and you’re worried about how to afford treatment out-of-pocket, don’t worry—Morgan and Morgan can help you recover every penny you deserve for the damage.
Continue reading for more information about head injuries after car accidents. To speak with our team about your legal claim, complete our free, no-risk case evaluation.
Types of Head Injuries Resulting From Car Accidents
Car accidents can leave victims with a range of injuries. Some of the most common head-specific injuries include:
Concussions: One of the more well-known injuries, concussion symptoms can include headaches, confusion, dizziness, and temporary loss of consciousness. Although most are relatively minor and allow for full recovery, it’s still important that a medical professional evaluates these injuries, and that you take the proper steps for treatment afterward.
Skull Fractures: Despite the strength of the human skull, significant impacts to the head can cause fractures that require immediate medical attention. Symptoms can mirror those of concussions but also include swelling, bruising, or abnormally severe pain around the impact area.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs): Traumatic brain injuries are more severe than concussions, ranging from recoverable damage to long-term complications or death. Common symptoms include severe headaches, vomiting, seizures, abnormal difficulty awakening from sleep, and dilation of one or both pupils.
The line between concussions and TBIs isn’t always clear. What may seem like an insignificant injury can actually be severe and vice versa, so it’s important that you seek medical attention to understand more about your unique circumstances.
Symptoms of Head Injuries
An impact to the head has a wide spectrum of outcomes. A major hit obviously can result in more severe injuries, but evidence shows that repeated, less severe impacts, like those occurring in sports, can cause damage that accumulates over time and increases the risk of long-term brain injury. A car accident can be the straw that breaks the camel's back, so to speak, and lead to a serious condition.
Understanding the range of symptoms can help you identify red flags before they result in symptoms. Here are some things to monitor for after a car accident:
Immediate Symptoms
Some symptoms are apparent to victims immediately. If you experience any of the following after a car accident, it’s a sign to seek medical attention as soon as possible:
Loss of consciousness
Confusion or disorientation
Severe headaches
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness or balance problems
Blurred vision or “tired eyes”
Sensitivity to light or noise
Loss of memory, like remembering the accident
Delayed Symptoms
The adrenaline spike that accompanies a car accident can conceal symptoms until days, weeks, months, or even years after the accident. These delayed symptoms are often subtler but can indicate serious underlying issues that require medical evaluation.
Some symptoms to monitor for include:
Persistent headache that worsens over time
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Sleep disturbances, such as sleeping more or less than usual
Mood changes, like increased irritability, sadness, or anxiety
Sensory problems, such as blurred vision, ringing in the ears, or changes in the ability to smell
Seizures or other severe brain-related conditions
The Legal Side of Head Injuries from Car Accidents
After receiving medical care, car accident victims must file a claim with their insurance provider as soon as possible to ensure they can receive swift compensation. Most accident victims are able to recover through their insurance payout, but it’s possible that the damage exceeds policy coverage and spills out, creating a situation where the victim must pay out-of-pocket for the damage.
The severity of head injuries often exceeds insurance coverage. If the accident wasn’t your fault, you could be eligible to recover the remaining damage through a personal injury lawsuit. Anyone considering this next step should speak with a legal expert about their situation to learn more about their eligibility.
Morgan and Morgan can support you through this stressful time without upfront costs. Complete our free, no-obligation case evaluation to get started with our team.
Christine’s husband, John, underwent what was supposed to be a routine colonoscopy hemorrhoidectomy and died only three days later.
As John's severe abdominal pain escalated, Christine found herself thrust into the unknown territory of sepsis, a condition that ravages the body with alarming speed. Little did she know that John was in a life-and-death struggle, and the medical team failed to intervene effectively.
"He should have been watched. He should have been taken care of. But they didn’t do anything to help with that," Christine recounts the harrowing night when sepsis took hold, turning her husband's hospital room into an unexpected battlefield.
The devastating reality unfolded on September 3, 2016, when John succumbed to the persistent aggression of sepsis. Left with unanswered questions and an overwhelming sense of loss, Christine set out to seek accountability for the negligence that led to her husband's untimely passing.
"I just kept saying, 'I don't understand.' No answers. The silence was louder than explaining something."
As she sought justice, Christine encountered numerous challenges, facing rejections from 35 attorneys over two years. The turning point came when she discovered Morgan & Morgan, a legal team willing to approach her case from a different perspective.
"My attorney told me that it's not going to be easy, but kept saying that we could do this. 'You just hang in there.'"
Christine's primary goal was not monetary compensation; instead, she sought accountability. "I want to sit across the table from those doctors and I want them to look at my face," she asserted. Morgan & Morgan facilitated this crucial confrontation, giving Christine a sense of closure and justice.
After a thorough fight, the call came: they had won. The victory, fittingly, fell on John's birthday—he would have been 59. "Thank God I had Morgan & Morgan. My attorney was amazing. He explained everything in detail and made it very easy and very calming for me to do what needed to be done."
While Christine acknowledges that some questions may forever remain unanswered, she credits Morgan & Morgan for giving her the strength to rebuild her life. "I'll never get an apology. I'll never know where the infection came from, but I know that John had his say, and I had his say."
Carlos had just started college, enjoying the typical experiences of a young adult—working, hanging out with friends, and embracing life's possibilities. Like many his age, the thought of needing a lawyer was far from his mind. But then, everything changed in an instant.
One day, while driving through an intersection, Carlos's world turned upside down. Another driver ran a red light, crashing into his car with such force that all the airbags deployed. In that chaotic moment, time seemed to slow down as Carlos felt himself spinning, spinning, and then the impact hit.
As the pain set in, Carlos realized the severity of his injuries. His arm was crooked, a permanent reminder of that fateful accident. Amidst the confusion and pain, he was rushed to the hospital in an ambulance, facing an uncertain future.
With mounting medical bills and a long road to recovery ahead, Carlos turned to the insurance company of the driver who caused the accident. But instead of compassion and support, he faced denial after denial. They refused to acknowledge his suffering, leaving Carlos feeling helpless and frustrated.
It was then that Carlos decided to seek legal help. That decision led him to Morgan & Morgan. What caught Carlos's attention was their promise: "If you don't win, you don't owe us anything."
From the moment Carlos connected with his lawyer at Morgan & Morgan, he knew he was in good hands. She was more than just a legal representative; she became a source of support, always there when he needed her. Through texts, emails, and constant communication, she reassured Carlos that they would fight to get him the compensation he deserved.
The battle was not easy. The insurance company continued to deny responsibility, but Carlos's lawyer remained undeterred. With determination and expertise, she built a strong case to prove the other driver's negligence.
Finally, the moment came when Carlos received the news he had been waiting for. "We won," his lawyer told him, and in that instant, a weight was lifted off his shoulders. After all the denials and delays, justice was finally served.
The insurance company offered Carlos the full settlement he rightfully deserved. It was a moment of triumph, made possible by the dedication and relentless advocacy of Morgan & Morgan.
Looking back, Carlos reflects on his decision to choose Morgan & Morgan with gratitude. "It was the best decision I ever made," he says. In his time of need, when the odds seemed stacked against him, Morgan & Morgan stood by his side, fighting for justice every step of the way.
If you find yourself in a similar situation, contact Morgan & Morgan today for a free consultation and let us help you get the justice and compensation you deserve. Because when you're facing tough times, we're here to fight for you, every step of the way.
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