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].
February 24, 2023 | Daily Business Review
$350,000 in Attorney Fees: Broward Lawyer Wins Eminent-Domain LitigationThe government initially offered the waterfront restaurant less than $350,000, but the defense attorney explained how he negotiated for his client to obtain an amount 10 times that offer, as well as favorable concessions.
By Michael A. Mora
3 minute read
February 23, 2023 | Daily Business Review
'It Was Every Lawyer's Nightmare': Florida Attorney Faces $2.3M Verdict Against Him"He offered me money to settle and I would not accept it," said Johnny A. Pineyro, managing partner at Florida Injury Law Firm. "I felt I had to get him under oath. He's done this too many times."
By Michael A. Mora
4 minute read
February 22, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Holland & Knight Derails Strategy of Suing First to Declare Non-Compete Illegal"Florida courts will enforce reasonable restrictions to support legitimate business interests," said Matthew Zimmerman, a partner at Holland & Knight.
By Michael A. Mora
4 minute read
February 21, 2023 | Daily Business Review
$6M in Attorney Fees: Inside Foley & Lardner's BillingAn expert called the motion a blueprint for asking a federal court for attorney fees.
By Michael A. Mora
4 minute read
February 21, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Florida Court Orders Trial Judge to Disqualify HerselfAn attorney opposing the Am Law 100 firm called the state appellate court ruling a "constitutional crisis playing itself out in real time."
By Michael A. Mora
4 minute read
February 17, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Lawyers Call Out Florida Supreme Court for Dismantling Diversity Committee"There will not be fairness in state courts unless the judiciary is consistently and intentionally educated about diversity, fairness, and inclusion," argued Ernest L. Chang, the president of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
By Michael A. Mora | Lisa Willis
3 minute read
February 16, 2023 | Daily Business Review
'Without the Fluff': How South Florida Attorneys Achieved a $25M Arbitration Award"We all believe in the jury system and the knee-jerk reaction is to shy away from judges to determine the outcome," said Jorge Silva, a partner at Silva & Silva.
By Michael A. Mora
4 minute read
February 16, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Is the Death of Advocacy Real? Some Lawyers Say So—But It's ComplicatedAt closing arguments, the smart lawyer "is trying to give pro our-side jurors some ammunition that they can use in the deliberations," a jury consultant said.
By Michael A. Mora
4 minute read
February 14, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Court to Rule on Attorney Disqualification, Judge Recusal in Ritz-Carlton Class ActionAt issue is whether to reject or grant the motion for disqualification and, if the latter, whether the previous magistrate judge returns to preside over the case.
By Michael A. Mora
4 minute read
February 13, 2023 | Daily Business Review
'Weaponized' Deposition: Legal Strategy Yields $5 Million VerdictThe doctor claimed his description of the plaintiff as "histrionic and demanding" really meant she was "well kept, takes pride in her appearance and wears makeup."
By Michael A. Mora
4 minute read
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