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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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August 04, 2022 | Daily Business Review

DeSantis Suspends State Attorney for 'Willful Defiance'

"Wherever you like this decision or not, the governor is not only within his rights, he's obligated to do it," said Randolph Braccialarghe, an ethics professor at Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law who has over two decades of experience serving the Florida Bar.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

August 03, 2022 | Daily Business Review

Florida Lawyer Beats Big Tobacco in Nevada Supreme Court, Creating Nationwide Blueprint

"The person representing consumer fraud victims, let's say in Florida, can use this case as persuasive authority," said Fan Li of Kelley | Uustal.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

August 02, 2022 | Daily Business Review

$1.3M Settlement Reached with Hollywood, Despite Sovereign Immunity Defense

"A lot of times, these governmental entities hide behind that statute and say, 'That's all we're going to pay,'" Michael Goldfarb of Goldfarb Law said in reference to the City of Hollywood's sovereign immunity protection.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

August 01, 2022 | Daily Business Review

Can Miami-Dade Judge Lody Jean Beat Opponent Teressa Maria Cervera in Election?

Incumbent Lody Jean's fate as a judge sitting on the circuit court bench will be up to the Miami-Dade County voters when they cast their ballots on Aug. 23 in the Group 3 race.

By Michael A. Mora

7 minute read

July 29, 2022 | Daily Business Review

2 Broward Lawyers Suspended, Among 6 Disciplined in Florida

The Florida Supreme Court disbarred three attorneys and entered multiple suspensions.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

July 29, 2022 | Daily Business Review

Coral Gables Attorneys Reach $3.6M Settlement

"Just because you have a big weakness in the case doesn't mean that it's not a case," Pedro Echarte, a partner at the Haggard Law Firm, said. "You just have to figure out how to address it and turn it into a strength."

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

July 28, 2022 | Daily Business Review

New SPACs, Fewer COVID Suits and Less M&A Litigation: Here's What's Ahead in Securities Class Actions

Cornerstone Research released their findings showing the priority and influence of private sector attorneys and governmental securities regulators on long-term trends.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

July 27, 2022 | Daily Business Review

2022 South Florida Elections: Use this Voter Guide to Learn About Candidates Running for Judge

A who's who of South Florida candidates for judge — all in one place.

By Michael A. Mora

6 minute read

July 27, 2022 | Daily Business Review

'Who Gave Them the Right?' Florida Judge Has Questions for 3M Lawyers During Show-Cause Hearing

U.S. District Judge M. Casey Rodgers demanded 3M answer "who gave them the right" to cancel the depositions without "even giving me a phone call."

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

July 26, 2022 | Daily Business Review

Broward Race for Judge Includes Candidates Denise Kistner, Lorena Mastrarrigo and Tamar Hamilton

A battle for a seat on the Broward Circuit Court pits a three-way fight between Denise Kistner, a Fort Lauderdale public interest attorney; Lorena Mastrarrigo, a Fort Lauderdale public defender; and, Tamar Hamilton, a Coral Springs trust and estate attorney.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read


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