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Michael A. Mora

Michael A. Mora

Michael was born and raised in South Florida. He went to undergrad at Florida Atlantic University and earned his master's degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. He is the crypto litigation reporter for Law.com, as well as an editor for ALM Global. You can email him at [email protected].

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June 11, 2020 | Daily Business Review

About 90% of Fees Lost in South Florida Case Alleging Trustee Failed to Follow Beneficiary's Direction

The ongoing dispute in this case is almost a decade old and involved four trips to the appellate court.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

June 09, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Summary Judgment Granted in Case That Could Hold South Florida Community Association Liable for Alleged Bias

Ocean Reef Community Association is a high-security private community in North Key Largo, frequented by celebrities and politicians.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

June 08, 2020 | Daily Business Review

John Couriel, New Florida Supreme Court Justice, Centered His Life Around Public Service

Those who know Florida Supreme Court Justice John D. Couriel expect him to excel in his new role.

By Michael A. Mora

8 minute read

June 05, 2020 | Daily Business Review

South Florida, Atlanta Lawyers Clinch Victory for Internet-Famous 'Salt Bae' in Class Action Over Restaurant Tips

The class action was against Nusret Gokce, commonly known as Salt Bae, and his restaurants, seeking unpaid wages.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

June 04, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Qualified Immunity, Jurisdiction Play Pivotal Roles in Civil Lawsuits Over Alleged Police Violence

"If you've gotten those lined up properly, you've just taken your case from a 50/50 chance of winning to a 90/10 success rate," said Delray Beach attorney Anthony Russo.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

June 03, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Miami-Dade Circuit Among 5 Florida Courts Chosen to Test Virtual Civil Jury Trials

The selected sites were chosen by the COVID-19 Workgroup, chaired by Orlando-area Circuit Judge Lisa Taylor Munyon.

By Michael A. Mora

2 minute read

June 03, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Decision Limits Receivers' Power to Recover Torts Damages from Third Parties in Fraud Cases

"What happens when these things collapse, everyone looks for people with deep pockets," said James Silver, a partner at Kelley Kronenberg in Fort Lauderdale.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

June 02, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Online Romance Leads Real Estate Investor to Sue Over Million-Dollar Miami Condo, Diamond Ring

The real estate investor filed lawsuits in New Jersey and Miami.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

June 01, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Litigation to Continue in Miami as Spartan Race Stumbles in Class Action Over Insurance Fee

Since the judge denied the change-of-venue request and Spartan Race's most recent motion to stay all discovery, an attorney for the plaintiff said, "Now we will depose all of the executives."

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

May 29, 2020 | Daily Business Review

'I'm the Law': Bad News for Miami Commissioner After Court Rules for Political Action Committee Seeking Recall

An ethics board previously questioned Joe Carollo about an incident during which he allegedly shouted, "I'm the law!"

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read