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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…
September 9, 2022
Block Firm Wins Important Appellate Victory for the Online Merchants Guild
The Block Firm won an important appellate victory for our client, the Online Merchants Guild, today in Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Court. This case arises from the…
May 31, 2022
The Block Firm Welcomes First Partner – Max Marks
We are pleased to welcome our first partner, Max Marks! Max is an alumnus of Harvard Law School and Alston & Bird. He has extensive…
May 17, 2022
The Block Firm Files Class Action Lawsuit Against Acella Pharmaceuticals Relating to Recalled Thyroid Medication
The Block Firm filed a class action lawsuit against Acella Pharmaceuticals over its recalled thyroid medication, NP Thyroid. The putative class representative, Sue Faulkner, began to experience…
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…
May 6, 2022
The Block Firm welcomes new associate, Allison Brennan Bailey
The Block Firm is delighted to announce the recent addition of Allison Brennan Bailey to our team! Prior to joining the Block Firm, Allison was…
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…
July 19, 2021
The Block Firm Expands Its Team, Welcoming Three New Members
The Block Firm has recruited three new members to join its boutique litigation practice. Attorney Max Marks joins the firm following nearly eight years as a senior…
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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