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Welcome to Black Rock Trial Lawyers — Fighting for Civil Rights

At Black Rock Trial Lawyers, we stand with individuals whose civil rights have been violated — especially in cases of race-based consumer discrimination and police misconduct involving excessive force. We are committed to holding corporations, institutions, and law enforcement accountable when they cross the line.

Our founder, Gil Sanchez, is a seasoned civil rights and trial attorney, entrepreneur, inventor, speaker, author, professor, and licensed business broker. Backed by over two decades of legal experience, he leads a team with the knowledge, courage, and courtroom strength to take on powerful defendants and demand justice.

We represent clients in federal civil rights actions under 42 U.S.C. §1981 and §1983, fighting for those who’ve been denied service, falsely accused, harassed, assaulted, or physically harmed because of their race or by abuse of authority.

Whether your experience involved being refused service in a store, targeted by racial profiling, or subjected to excessive force during a police encounter — we believe your story matters, and your rights deserve protection.

We don’t back down. We build strong cases, pursue full accountability, and treat every client with dignity, respect, and compassion.

At Black Rock, we don’t just file lawsuits — we pursue justice.

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    Family of 5-year-old crash victim calls for Auburndale police sergeant to be charged
    09 December
    Family of 5-year-old crash victim calls for Auburndale police sergeant to be charged
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    Polk Co. Sheriff's Office says an Auburndale sergeant was responding to a call with lights and sirens when he collided with the car Jalina Anglin was riding inside. AUBURNDALE, Fla. — There are calls for justice after a 5-year-old girl was killed in a crash…
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    2023 Tort Reform Law
    24 March
    2023 Tort Reform Law
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    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - (Written by Gil Sanchez, Esq.) Day #1 of Access Denied to All Floridians! At 11:00 a.m., this morning (March 24th, 2023), Republican Florida Governor DeSantis signed into law CS/CS/HB 837 - Civil Remedies, also known as the "2023 Tort Reform Law". …
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    Coming in hot: Checkers apple pie gave woman first-degree burns in mouth, lawsuit claims
    07 October
    Coming in hot: Checkers apple pie gave woman first-degree burns in mouth, lawsuit claims
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    TAMPA - A personal injury lawsuit against the drive-in restaurant Checkers alleges that the establishment serves its food too hot after a Hillsborough County woman sustained a 1st-degree burn in her mouth.According to documents filed on March 26 in the Hillsborough County Circuit Court, plaintiff…
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    Temporary safety improvements being installed along 15th St. corridor
    09 February
    Temporary safety improvements being installed along 15th St. corridor
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    HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — Following traffic crashes and pedestrian deaths, Hillsborough County is making immediate temporary fixes to improve safety on 15th St. between Fowler and Fletcher.The county says it’s high on their list of unsafe streets. There were 111 crashes between January 2015 and…

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    Gustavo E.
    Best law firm in Tampa bay hands down. Gil and Monica helped me tremendously with a Personal Injury case after having a horrible experience with another law firm. It’s really nice to actually get to speak and meet with an Attorney and not someone’s assistant. Thank you Black Rock!
    Sean M.
    We have had several cases that have been handled by Black Rock Trial Lawyers and each of them have been handled professionally!
    They help you from beginning to end and really take your case personally, super responsive and keep you updated along the way. We can’t thank them enough for helping us with all of the cases we have handed to them in the past 3 years! I personally recommend them to anyone looking for a serious representation with your legal case and will continue to recommend them to family and friends as I have in the past. Thank you Monica & Gil!
    Myron R.

    I just want to Thank Black Rock for their hard work and dedication, especially Maura, Monica, and Gil. They were always available to answer any question no matter the time of day. I know with any type of legal matter, patience is always key and Black Rock did an amazing job of reassuring and representing my case! I wouldn’t recommend any other law firm to my family or friends, Black Rock is the way to go!!!!

    Sonia Molina

    I just want to say thank you to the black rock trial lawyers not only did they win my case. They did a tremendous job from the beginning to the end.They will not rest until justice is served.I can promise you that, if you want lawyers that will have your back and be besides you every step of the way day and night. than you’ve come to the right place. If I could give them ten stars I would. They are so respectful, professional and also family oriented. They really do treat you like family believe me when I say that nothing but respect and gratitude. They are the best in Tampa Florida hands down Thank you again black rock.

    Edwin J. Client

    My Attorney Gil Sanchez and the Rest of the Team so far have been the Best experience I’ve ever had. I love how they work and it was so easy to come to them with my issue. I Will continue to use the counsel and support of this awesome team. Thanks so much.

    Stephen M. Client

    I rarely leave reviews but this firms service was too good not to. Black Rock provided stellar customer service from the first meeting. Monica was very helpful throughout the entire process. She kept me informed every step of the way and responded in a timely manner every time I reached out. Most importantly I was very pleased with the outcome of my case. If I ever need an accident attorney again I know exactly who to go to.

    Christopher C. Client