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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July 18, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Scott Shapiro Takes on Incumbent Kathleen 'Katie' McHugh for Broward Judgeship

Here's why Scott Shapiro and the incumbent Judge Kathleen "Katie" McHugh believe they deserve a vote in the Group 6 race for a seat on the Broward County Court bench.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

July 18, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Lauren Peffer and Emilio 'Emi' Benitez Face Off to Become Broward Judge

Here's why Lauren Peffer and Emilio "Emi" Benitez say they deserve a six-year term on the Broward County bench.

By Michael A. Mora

14 minute read

July 17, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Court Rules Governor's Election Crimes Task Force Can Bring Case Against Miami Man

"The ruling is going to allow the prosecutions of all these dismissed cases to proceed," said Robert Barrar, who represents one of the 20 people accused of voter fraud.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

July 17, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Miami-Dade Judicial Election: Attorneys Christopher Benjamin, Scott Janowitz and Alina Salcines Restrepo Want Your Vote

Meet Christopher Benjamin, former Judge Scott Jaowitz and Alina Salcines Restrepo, who are pursuing a spot on the Miami-Dade County Court bench.

By Michael A. Mora

11 minute read

July 17, 2024 | Daily Business Review

3-Way Race for Broward Judge: Samuel Ford Stark, Woody Clermont and Alejandro Arreaza

Here's why Samuel Ford Stark, Woody Clermont and Alejandro "Alex" Arreaza said they deserve a seat on the Broward County Court bench.

By Michael A. Mora

15 minute read

July 16, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Race for Judge: Jason Edward Bloch and Bonita Jones-Peabody Battle in Miami-Dade

Get to know the former judge and supervising public defender who will face off Aug. 20 for a seat on the Miami-Dade Circuit Court bench.

By Michael A. Mora

7 minute read

July 15, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Lululemon Faces Class Action Over Alleged 'Greenwashing'

"Critically, in the face of a global climate crisis—and contrary to its express commitments to reduce carbon emissions—Lululemon's greenhouse gas emissions have more than doubled since the start of the Be Planet campaign in 2020," according to the lawsuit.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

July 12, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Miami Judge Rules Podhurst Orseck, Ex-Partner Jointly Liable for 25% Referral Fee

Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Jose Rodriguez entered the ruling following a four-day bench trial.

By Michael A. Mora

5 minute read

July 11, 2024 | Daily Business Review

Ex-Miami Judge Disbarred for Professional Misconduct

"His disregard of this duty, along with his apparent willingness to engage in dishonest conduct to further his own ambitions, is not only harmful to the legal process, but raises serious concerns about his trustworthiness and overall fitness to continue the practice of law," the Florida Supreme Court ruled.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

July 11, 2024 | Daily Business Review

'Stab Venequip in the Back': Caterpillar Faces $100M Lawsuit in Miami Federal Court

The action is pending before U.S. District Chief Judge Cecilia Altonaga in the Southern District of Florida.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

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