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 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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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."

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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

May 28, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Lawyers Are Looking at the Last Mortgage Collapse to Help Prepare for Coronavirus-Related Economic Crisis

An increase in flexibility could lead banks to be more lenient with borrowers upfront to avoid having to operate large properties like shopping malls.

By Michael A. Mora

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May 27, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Proposed Law Would Take Away $16.5 Million That Florida Jury Awarded Black Man Shot by Sheriff's Deputy

Sovereign immunity in Florida has limited the collection of several previous jury verdicts.

By Michael A. Mora

4 minute read

May 26, 2020 | Daily Business Review

South Florida Litigators Raise Concerns Over Courts' Long-Term Adoption of Zoom

Veteran trial lawyer Joel Hirschhorn is choosing to postpone three jury trials in the next year because he feels Zoom proceedings lose some of the elements of surprise and drama that can ensue during courtroom litigation.

By Michael A. Mora

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May 26, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Plaintiffs Move to Consolidate Litigation Against Bank of America, Chase Bank Over Agents' PPP Loan Fees

The lawsuit was brought against several major banks, including Bank of America and Chase Bank, along with regional bank Mountain America Federal Credit Union.

By Michael A. Mora

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