In November, 1999, Mr. Block won what is believed to be the largest jury verdict in the history of the United States for any knee injury case, in Stebbins vs. Mitco Water Laboratories, Inc. There, Mr. Block won a jury verdict of $7,777,800.00. In the case of Thomas vs. S.E.L. Maduro, tried before a jury in 1995, Mr. Block served as co-counsel with noted trial lawyer, S. Perry Penland, and together they won a personal injury jury verdict of just under $14,000,000.00.
Mr. Block has extensive trial experience in business disputes, personal injury litigation, and criminal law. He has also been active as a Mediator, being certified by The Florida Supreme Court for all Civil Circuit Court disputes, and has special certification for Family Law disputes. He has argued cases on nation-wide television covered live by “Court TV”, and has been a featured guest twice on “The Maury Povich Show,” speaking about cases on which he served as trial counsel.
Rick Block primarily practices law out of his Jacksonville, Florida offices, however, he has been specially admitted to practice in states other than Florida. For instance, in May, 1999, in Decatur, Georgia (just outside Atlanta), Mr. Block won the landmark jury verdict in Masters vs. Talbott Recovery Center, in which $1.3 million in compensatory damages, and in addition, unspecified punitive damages were awarded to a Florida physician who was wrongfully forced to undergo treatment for alcoholism in a famous Georgia treatment center.
No trial lawyer can ever guarantee success. However, your chances of winning are significantly increased when you are represented by an aggressive, experienced and successful trial lawyer. Mr. Block fights hard and has earned a record of substantial judgments on behalf of many of his clients. Eric Block can help you, too.
In addition to being admitted to all state courts in Florida, he is admitted to practice in the United States Federal Court, Middle District, and has repeatedly appeared before the Court of Appeals, First District. Mr. Block has in the past served as President-elect of the Jacksonville Trial Lawyers’ Association, President of the North Florida Music Association, is past President of Positively Jacksonville!, and has recently been inducted as a member of the Million Dollar Advocates’ Forum.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1992 | 05/16/2022 |
Legal answers | 1 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2015 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2014 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2013 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2012 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2011 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2010 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2009 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2008 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2007 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2006 |
Book Award | Nova University | 1985 |
Book Award | Nova University | 1984 |
Book Award | Nova University | 1983 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Law Offices of Eric S. Block, P.A. | 1995 - 2014 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Jacksonville Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
Jacksonville Justice Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida | Admitted to Practice | 2011 - Present |
Florida Justice Association | Eagle Member | 2011 - Present |
Association of Trial Lawyers of America | Member | 2004 - Present |
Florida Supreme Court | Circuit Court Mediator | 2001 - Present |
Big Picture Presentations | Owner | 2001 - Present |
Florida Supreme Court | Family Law Mediator | 1999 - 2001 |
North Florida Music Association | President | 1999 - 1999 |
Jacksonville Trial Lawyers Association | Officer | 1997 - 1999 |
Georgia Superior Court | Admitted to Practice Pro Hac Vice | 1995 - 1995 |
Positively Jacksonville! | President | 1995 - 1996 |
Florida Comedy Festival | Produce | 1995 - 1997 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center | JD - Juris Doctor | 1985 |
University of Florida | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1980 |
The Bolles School | 1975 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Anatomy of a Civil Jury Trial | Trial practice | 2014 |
Anatomy of a Civil Jury Trial | Trial practice | 2013 |
Winning Your First Civil Trial | Trial practice | 2007 |
Use of Technology Through Mediation and Trial | Trial practice | 2004 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Brad Corob v. Daniel Doloroso, Jr. | $1,656,027 |
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Armando Payas, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 28, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have been a trial lawyer for 34 years. I have seen many lawyers in trial and can unequivocally say that Rick is the most talented trial lawyer I have ever known. He has been the lead attorney in two of our trials resulting in multimillion dollar verdicts. There is simply no one better. I wholehearted endorse him.
Ryan Rudd, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 28, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have had the honor to work along side Rick Block on numerous occasions and he is one of the most aggressive, passionate and prepared lawyers around. He is a winner and his results speak for themselves. There is no one better.
Armando Payas, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 28, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have been a trial lawyer for 34 years. I have seen many lawyers in trial and can unequivocally say that Rick is the most talented trial lawyer I have ever known. He has been the lead attorney in two of our trials resulting in multimillion dollar verdicts. There is simply no one better. I wholehearted endorse him.
Ryan Rudd, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 28, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have had the honor to work along side Rick Block on numerous occasions and he is one of the most aggressive, passionate and prepared lawyers around. He is a winner and his results speak for themselves. There is no one better.
Samantha Joseph, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 22, 2016
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I have had the pleasure of witnessing Rick's talents during a trial. I have referred my family members to Rick. Rick's verdicts speak for themselves, but his compassion for his clients is unmatched. I endorse this lawyer.
William Scott, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 16, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Mr. Block on many cases. He is an outstanding lawyer who is always well prepared and goes the extra mile for his clients.
Henry Gare, Car accident Attorney on Jul 15, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse this lawyer. I have referred Rick several cases and have also seen him in trial many times. I truly believe his is one of the best trial lawyers in the country. I have never had a problem getting a hold of him day or night or weekends.
Anna Hart, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 30, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Block works as a tireless advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him.
David Willis, Personal injury Attorney on May 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Eric S. Block, “Rick” for many years. Nowhere have I found an attorney that has mastered the art of trial practice to the level Rick has attained. He is a hard worker with a busy and successful practice, but he gives back to our profession by being a mentor and willingly makes time to help other attorneys. When called on, he openly shares his knowledge and expertise with others. I know Rick to be an exemplary person of good character, integrity and professionalism. He is an extremely intelligent person who is honest and fair. I believe his good character, knowledge of the law and genuine concern for others make him an excellent choice for your attorney if you are considering a personal injury attorney.
Robert Kulik, Personal injury Attorney on May 15, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Rick is an excellent an attorney. He works hard for his clients and gets great results.
Eric Roslansky, Personal injury Attorney on May 14, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Eric is one of the most talented lawyers I have ever met. I have worked with him on cases and he has helped my clients get the money they deserve. Any client of Eric's is a lucky client! He has an amazing ability to relate to juries and gets awesome results for his clients.
David Wolf, Personal injury Attorney on May 14, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Eric S. Block (Rick Block) is a particularly skilled advocate and trial attorney. His trial and settlement results have changed lives. When Rick Block takes on a case, he commits the necessary time, resources, strategy, and skills to get the best result possible. If you need an attorney, you will be well represented by Rick Block.
Matthew Baggett, Personal injury Attorney on May 14, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Rick is one of if not the best trial lawyer in Jacksonville. As a lawyer, if I were injured in an accident, he would get my case.
Steven Leitman, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 26, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Rick is a great personal injury attorney. He is very tough in court and is one of the few attorneys that doesn't mind trying a case in court, yet he still has compassion for his clients.
A Vazquez, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 26, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Mr. Block. He is a very experienced litigator and zealously represents his clients through the advances and setbacks inherent in every case. He also has a proven track record of "wins" at trial. His communication skills are superb whether he's speaking to a jury, client, or counsel.
Michael Waddington, Personal injury Attorney on May 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Eric. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Christopher Johns, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Block is one of the best personal injury/trial attorneys I know. All you have to do is look at the number of large verdicts, the number of cases he has tried and continues to try and you will be running to his door to hire him. I fully and without question endorse and recommend Mr. Block as an attorney to any potential client.