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Pensacola Law Firm to Host Free Event on Protecting Kids Online

Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa brings attorneys, parents and community members together to tackle online grooming, Roblox dangers and underage gambling.

Rafferty Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa (RDCY) will host a free public event, “Protecting Your Children Online,” on Thursday, May 15, at the Brownsville Community Center, 3200 W De Soto St. The event is open to parents, guardians, and community members seeking practical guidance on safeguarding children in a rapidly changing digital environment.

Attorneys from RDCY will address a range of online threats facing children today, including:

• Hidden dangers on popular platforms, including Roblox
• Warning signs of online grooming and exploitation
• The rise of underage gambling on gaming platforms
• Concrete steps families can take to better protect their children

Attorneys on the Front Lines of Platform Litigation

RDCY attorney Madeline Pendley, recently appointed to the Executive Development Committee in the Roblox litigation, said the consistent message from the firm’s clients is that parents wish they had known about these dangers sooner.

“We’re seeing firsthand how these online platforms are putting children in danger, and it’s devastating. That’s why we’re hosting this event—to educate parents so they can better protect their children and prevent them from becoming a statistic.”
—Madeline Pendley, RDCY attorney

Founding partner Troy Rafferty said the event reflects his ongoing commitment to the northwest Florida community he has been part of for more than three decades.

“I’ve been a part of this community for over 30 years, and I remain strong about giving back, educating, advocating, and protecting the citizens of the northwest Florida area.”
—Troy Rafferty, RDCY founding partner

RDCY is a Florida law firm focused on mass torts, medical malpractice, and corporate negligence. The firm has been actively involved in litigation addressing online platform harms, including cases involving youth exposure to harmful digital environments.