Tax Sales Can Be Avoided as Preferences, New Jersey Judge Rules
Federalism concerns do not protect tax foreclosures like they do mortgage foreclosures, Judge Gravelle says.
Eighth Circuit Broadly Interprets the FDCPA to Protect Consumers
The Eighth Circuit bars clever litigation tactics designed to evade the FDCPA on suits to collect time-barred claims.
Criminal Restitutions Are Not Recoverable as Preferences, Judge Agresti Says
Restitution payment does not qualify for the new value preference defense.
Second Circuit Upholds Denial of Arbitration in the Bankruptcy Context
Second Circuit holds a dress rehearsal for a major arbitration decision.
Arbitration Ordered Although Creditor Filed a Proof of Claim
District court orders arbitration to avoid constitutional infirmities in bankruptcy court’s power to determine a claim against a creditor.
Orders Reversing Confirmation Are Not Final and Not Appealable
Ninth Circuit ducks a chance to rule on ‘forced vesting.’