Judge Farris Disagrees with 11th Circuit on ‘Surrender’ as Waiver of Foreclosure Defenses
Less than a month after Failla, a circuit split is brewing on the effect of intention to surrender.
Law Professors Disagree on How the Supreme Court Should Decide Jevic on Structured Dismissals
Is there flexibility to depart from bankruptcy priorities? Professors disagree.
Supreme Court’s Upcoming FDCPA Decision Also May Govern RICO Suits
California district courts split on whether filing stale claims violates RICO.
Supreme Court to Resolve Circuit Splits on the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
High court grants certiorari in a second bankruptcy case for the new term.
‘Core’ Jurisdiction Exists over Claim Allowance Even in ‘No Asset’ Cases
Bankruptcy court can make a final order disallowing an unfiled claim under state law.
Election to ‘Surrender’ Property Bars Opposition to Foreclosure, Eleventh Circuit Holds
Debtors may face sanctions for continuing to occupy property they intend to surrender.
Post-Confirmation Jurisdiction Is Narrow Following a Bona Fide Reorganization
After confirmation, New York’s Judge Glenn requires ‘close nexus’ for jurisdiction.
Split Grows on Dischargeability of Tax Liability on Late-Filed Returns
Nashville judge holds that late-filed tax debt can sometimes be discharged.