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Eric S. Block

Personal Injury Law

501 Riverside Ave suite 1200, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

Eric “Rick” Block is an accomplished personal injury attorney and longtime Jacksonville, Florida, resident, the son of a U.S. Navy captain fighter pilot. Mr. Block is a graduate of the Nova University Center for the Study of Law in Fort Lauderdale, earning his Juris Doctorate and starting off a career advocating for those injured by the negligence of others. He’s won 202 jury verdicts in his more than two decades advocating for the people — many of those victories worth a million dollars or more. Prior to joining Morgan & Morgan in 2017, Mr. Block owned and operated his own successful law firm in Jacksonville, representing clients in automobile, truck, and bicycle accidents, in addition to those who suffered brain and spinal cord injuries. Among his wins is a $7.8 million knee-injury verdict and a $5 million verdict for a woman injured by falling vending machines. Mr. Block is a founding member of the Jacksonville Justice Association, a non-profit organization that provides plaintiffs’ attorneys with education and resources to enhance their trial practice. He has served as one of the organization’s early presidents and board of directors.

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Erik Stocks

Civil Litigation

1633 SE 47th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33904

Mr. Stocks focuses his legal practice in the areas of General Litigation, Commercial and Residential Real Estate Law, Landlord/Tenant Disputes, Association Law, Foreclosure Law, Business Law, Contract Law, Commercial Transactions, Corporation Formation, Partition and Force Sale actions as well as Personal Injury and Estate Planning.

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Erin Michelle Brosious

Erin Michelle Brosious

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

433 8th Ave W suite 100, Palmetto, FL 34221, USA

Erin Brosious’ primary focus is on Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, General Civil, Family, and Criminal law. She prides herself in taking the time to understand the nuances of every case, ensuring that every client receives personalized legal services with zealous advocacy. She oversees a team of legal assistants and support personnel to ensure the firm works together to utilize customized strategies to deliver the best representation for her clients. As the firm’s tag line implies, “Insurance Companies Play HardBall…So Do We!” She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida where she majored in English. Immediately after graduating with her Bachelor of Arts degree, she obtained an accelerated master’s degree in Secondary English Education from University of Florida. She began her career teaching English at a Title I School, helping underprivileged kids, and ended her teaching career in Sarasota County where she worked for eleven years teaching English in all grade levels, from drop-out prevention to college credit courses. While teaching, Erin desired to develop her leadership skills, obtaining a second master’s degree in educational leadership from the University of South Florida. To expand her professional career and broaden her impact in her community, she earned her Juris Doctorate at Barry University School of Law, where she received the Advanced Legal Writing Book Award and was Secretary of Delta Theta Phi Law fraternity. Upon returning to Sarasota/Manatee County after law school, her passion for public service extended from her devotion to adolescent literacy, to service as an assistant public defender in both Manatee and Sarasota counties. Erin helped thousands of clients while working at the public defender’s office, consisting of clients who could not afford representation, many of whom suffered from mental illnesses, homelessness, PTSD, and drug and alcohol dependencies. The public defender’s office allowed her to develop litigation skills and afforded her immediate court room experience. Erin Brosious officially graduated from the Florida Justice Association’s Leadership Academy on June 6, 2025, marking a significant milestone in her ongoing professional development and dedication to leadership within the legal field and within the law firm. The FJA Leadership Academy is a highly selective program designed to cultivate and elevate leaders in the civil justice community. Erin’s successful completion of the program is a testament to her commitment to excellence, advocacy, and mentorship. In recognition of her standout presence, Erin has also been invited to serve as an official representative of the Leadership Academy—a well-deserved honor that underscores her impact and influence within the profession. In May of 2022, Attorney Brosious graduated from Leadership Manatee to better understand the needs and issues related to governance, business, and charity in Manatee County. As a long-time Florida resident, she has donated her time and resources to various challenges and opportunities in the local community. Over the years she has volunteered and supported various local charitable and nonprofit organizations such as Sertoma, Pace Center for Girls, Church of the Cross Food Bank and St. Jude’s Children Research, along with many local educational institutions. She engages frequently in sponsorships at various local community events promoting local artists, musicians, and the history and culture of Manatee County.

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Ernest A. Ricci

Ernest A. Ricci

Distinguished Lawyer

Civil Litigation

3021 Airport-Pulling Rd N suite 202, Naples, FL 34105, USA

Area of Practice: Commercial Litigation Ernest A. Ricci is a shareholder with the Firm and an AV-Preeminent Rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest accolade for professional ethics and legal ability bestowed by peers and the judiciary. With over a decade of experience, Ernest represents businesses and individuals in a wide range of litigation matters, including business disputes, construction defect and lien cases, real estate litigation, general contract issues, and trust and estate disputes. He regularly litigates throughout the state of Florida and has appeared pro hac vice in various states across the country, showcasing his versatility and reach. Ernest also serves as trusted general counsel to numerous Homeowners Associations and Condominium Associations throughout Southwest Florida.

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Evan Fetterman

Evan Fetterman

Distinguished Lawyer

Personal Injury Law

648 U.S. Highway One, North Palm Beach, FL (PBI), FL 33408

Evan Fetterman is the founder and senior member of Fetterman Law. Mr. Fetterman has been a practicing lawyer since 1968 when he graduated from New York University School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctor degree.

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