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Zach Schlein

Zach Schlein

Zach Schlein is a writer based in Miami. Originally from Montville, New Jersey, he holds a B.A. in political science from the University of Florida and is the litigation reporter for Daily Business Review. He can be reached at his email address, [email protected]

September 24, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Broward Lawyer Negotiates $2.5M Settlement After Accident Photos, Statement Trip Up Defendant

Fort Lauderdale attorney Louis R. Battista of Bernheim Dolinsky Kelley pointed out inconsistencies in a defendant's deposition to yield a $2.5 million settlement for his client, Robert Lo Coco. Lo Coco endured a minor traumatic brain injury and other damages after colliding with a vehicle that stopped short.

By Zach Schlein

5 minute read

September 21, 2018 | Daily Business Review

How $2 Million in Unpaid Legal Fees in South Florida, Brazil Nearly Landed a Dubai Businessman in Jail

A lower court had issued an order of contempt against businessman Azzan bin Abdulla Al Ghurair, who allegedly failed to compensate his former attorneys, despite reaching a settlement agreement with them.

By Zach Schlein

5 minute read

September 20, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Miami Beach Settles With Motorist Hit by Parking Officer

The city was confident about pursuing an appeal based on a "fatal error" made by Miami-Dade Judge Pedro P. Echarte Jr. on admission of evidence.

By Zach Schlein

4 minute read

September 19, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Litigation Over Ultra Music Festival's Trademark Abroad Proceeds to Trial in Miami

Following a Sept. 6 ruling by federal Judge Federico A. Moreno denying dual requests for summary judgement, litigation concerning the use of the Ultra brand in Croatia and Europe proceeded to trial in the Southern District of Florida on Monday. According to one attorney, the jury could reach a decision by Friday.

By Zach Schlein

4 minute read

September 19, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Appellate Court Ruling Expands the Definition of Engle Class Member

The Third District Court of Appeal ruled last week that prospective Engle class members could be residents or citizens — not both — of Florida at the time their smoking-related disease first manifests or is diagnosed.

By Zach Schlein

6 minute read

September 17, 2018 | Daily Business Review

FIU Continues to Lead the Way in Bar Exam Pass Rates

In addition to Florida International University's continued winning streak in pass rates, the University of Florida bounced back from its last-place ranking earlier this year.

By Zach Schlein

3 minute read

September 17, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Better Not Call Saul: South Florida Litigators Discuss the Accuracy—or Lack Thereof—of AMC's Hit Show

With the fourth season of AMC's "Better Call Saul" barreling toward its climactic conclusion, the Daily Business Review spoke with South Florida attorneys to discuss what the show gets right about practicing law, what it gets wrong, and whether or not Jimmy McGill would last a moment in front of a judge.

By Zach Schlein

8 minute read

September 17, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Former Biscayne Park Chief of Police Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Violate Civil Rights

Former Biscayne Park Police Chief Raimundo "Ray" Atesiano and three other former Biscayne Park police officers have pleaded guilty to knowingly making false arrests based on coerced confessions.

By Zach Schlein

3 minute read

September 14, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Real Estate and Land Use Attorney Spencer Crowley Still Believes In An Environmentally Resilient Miami

Having immersed his life, education and career in Florida's environment and waterways, Spencer Crowley is more than qualified to serve as the head of Akerman's real estate and land use practice group in Miami. But with all of his experience, does he believe the city successfully ward off the environmental challenges waiting around the corner?

By Zach Schlein

7 minute read

September 13, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Hazing Suit Claims FSU Fraternity Member Caused Brain Injury to Designated 'Scumbag of the Week'

Miami attorney David W. Bianchi, of Stewart Tilghman Fox Bianchi & Cain, is representing Nicholas Mauricio, who was allegedly knocked unconscious during an event by the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity chapter at Florida State University.

By Zach Schlein

5 minute read