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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November 20, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Federal Appeals Court Strikes Down Conversion Therapy Counseling Ban

Judge Britt Grant, who was joined by Judge Barbara Lagoa in the 27-page majority opinion, said their decision will allow speech that many find concerning or even dangerous.

By Michael A. Mora

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November 20, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Miami Litigator Sues Universal Music Group, Warner Chappell for Copyright Infringement by Rapper Pop Smoke

"This very unique case could end up making law," said Leslie Zigel, a partner at Greenspoon Marder in Miami.

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November 19, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Miami-Dade Circuit Has Groundbreaking Pilot Project to Mediate Criminal Cases

Facing a daunting caseload, the criminal division of the Miami-Dade Circuit Court tried something new.

By Michael A. Mora

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November 18, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Miami Litigator Prevails Without Written Contract for Unpaid Real Estate Commission

Attorney Roger Slade submitted bank statements and text messages into evidence to refute the defendant's reasons for not paying up.

By Michael A. Mora

3 minute read

November 17, 2020 | Daily Business Review

'Cases Are Not Settling': The Shutdown Could Benefit Defendants

"Defendants don't eagerly write checks," Jeff C. Schneider, a partner at LKLSG in Miami, said. "It doesn't happen that way."

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November 16, 2020 | Daily Business Review

South Florida Lawyer Arrested for Alleged Extortion of Ex-New York Giants Player

Now, the prosecutor will drop all charges against Deandre Baker, according to the Broward Sheriff's Office.

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November 12, 2020 | Daily Business Review

South Florida Litigant Sought $442,000 in Attorney Fees After $25,000 Insurance Settlement

The appellate panel rejected the attorney-fee request, calling it "excessive and unsupported by the evidence."

By Michael A. Mora

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November 12, 2020 | Daily Business Review

This South Florida Lawyer Just Got US Senate Confirmation to Become a District Court Judge

Having passed the U.S. Senate confirmation vote on Thursday, Aileen Cannon can now don the black robe for the rest of her life in the Southern District of Florida.

By Michael A. Mora

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November 11, 2020 | Daily Business Review

'You Need To Close Him Down': Disbarred Lawyer Objects to Proposed Prevagen Settlement

Out of the three million class members, only one has voiced opposition to the proposed settlement reached with Prevagen maker, Quincy Bioscience – an alleged "professional objector" whose license the State Bar of California has revoked, Adam Moskowitz said.

By Michael A. Mora

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November 10, 2020 | Daily Business Review

YouFit Health Clubs' Bankruptcy Petition Is Another Hit to Mall Operators

"Before COVID-19, there was a big move for gyms to fill up the larger retail space where stores were that were closing," Jerry Markowitz said, "I suspect all those types of things are on hold for now."

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