Updates
June 22, 2023
Appellate Win for Civil Rights Client
Alongside our good friends at the Institute for Justice, The Block Firm prevailed against the City of Calhoun’s attempt to dodge a lawsuit challenging the…
June 15, 2023
Civil Rights Win: The Block Firm Beats Summary Judgment in Every Respect on Behalf of their Clients, The Diaz Family
The Block Firm is honored to represent their clients, The Diaz Family, in their fight to seek justice against The Partnership Inc. on claims of…
April 6, 2023
Workplace harassment and discrimination FAQ’s
Q. What is workplace discrimination, and is it legal? A. To “discriminate” against someone means to treat a person differently—less favorably—for any reason. But federal…
March 27, 2023
Civil Rights Win: Andrea Block Secures Early Confidential Settlement Against School District in Case Involving Sexual Abuse of a Special Needs Student
Founding Partner, Andrea Block, recently secured an early, confidential settlement against a school on behalf of a student with special needs. The settlement came after…
February 20, 2023
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment in Schools
Sexual misconduct is a major problem in Georgia schools. Did you know that every year multiple teachers are arrested in Atlanta for having sex with…
February 20, 2023
Sex Trafficking Litigation
Sex trafficking is illegal under both criminal and civil law. Sex trafficking is when someone forces a victim to travel, typically from one city, state,…
February 20, 2023
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Harassment FAQs
Question: My boss or coworker has been making sexual comments and touching me at work. Is that legal? Answer: Absolutely not. Sexual harassment at work—behavior…

May 12, 2022
Civil Rights Win: Allison Brennan Bailey Secures Educational Supportive Measures for College Student Survivor of Sexual Assault
Allison Brennan Bailey recently secured educational supportive measures for a college student survivor of sexual assault after the college initially refused to provide accommodations in violation…
March 9, 2022
The Block Firm Files Suit Against Valdosta City School District After Special Needs Student is Sexually Assaulted
The Block Firm recently filed a Title IX lawsuit against the Valdosta City School District after its client, a 17-year-old girl with cerebral palsy and…
February 10, 2021
Civil Rights Win: The Block Firm Leverages Seven-Figure Pre-Suit Settlement in Title IX School Sexual Abuse Case
On behalf of an elementary-aged student and her family, the Block Firm negotiated a seven-figure monetary settlement and significant policy changes prior to filing a…
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