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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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May 01, 2020 | Daily Business Review

A Miami Lawyer Collapsed in Court, Then Learned She Had a Rare Illness That Left Her Paralyzed

Guillain-Barré syndrome is a rare neurological disorder. The body's immune system mistakenly attacks its nervous system, causing muscle weakness and sometimes paralysis.

By Michael A. Mora

6 minute read

April 30, 2020 | Daily Business Review

11 South Florida Attorneys Disciplined

The Florida Supreme Court disciplined 23 attorneys, including 11 from South Florida.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

April 30, 2020 | Daily Business Review

President Trump Just Nominated This Florida Lawyer to the Federal Bench

"She is a great thinker and a great person," one lawyer said. "And that is exactly what all of us should be looking for in judges.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

April 29, 2020 | Daily Business Review

'I Was Told To Do Illegal Things': Broward Lawyer Faces Discipline Based on Ex-Assistant's Claims

The grievance committee formed found probable cause to file a complaint against a Fort Lauderdale litigator.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

April 28, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Suit Brewing Against Miami Nursing Home Where Staff Allegedly Infected Resident With COVID-19

Nearly 400 nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the state have at least one confirmed case of the coronavirus.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

April 27, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Companies Are Challenging the SBA to Get PPP Funding

"Once you win all these things, other lawyers all over the country are looking at it and looking at the arguments," the attorney said. "Even if it's not binding, they will take the arguments and try to convince their judges in other parts of the country that this is the right answer."

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

April 24, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Pleadings Allege Miami Businessman Avoided Hiring Lawyer So He Could Later Renege on Deal

The Third District Court of Appeal opinion underscores the importance of consulting a lawyer before waiving "important legal rights, or filing a motion as procedurally and substantively difficult as a motion to vacate a final judgment."

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

April 24, 2020 | Daily Business Review

'EEEEEEEYOOOOOO': Miami, Nashville Lawyers Worked 18 Months to Get Pitbull That Trademark

Pitbull joined an exclusive club of 36, with the likes of "60 Minutes," with its distinctive clock ticking, and MGM, with its powerful lion's roar.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

April 23, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Litigant Wants Miami Judge Thrown Off Case Over Attorney-Husband's Ties to Opposing Counsel

The motion claims the appearance of a financial conflict of interest is all that matters, and not whether the parties can prove it.

By Michael A. Mora

5 minute read

April 22, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Is Someone Coaching Your Witness Off-Camera? Litigators Adjust Strategies in Changing World

"If a person has neck pain, the doctor is evaluating him over the phone, performing the physical through video conferencing and documenting the condition," one lawyer says. "At trial, both sides are going to harp on the fact that the doctor can't put his hands on the patient and can't feel the spasms."

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read