Courts Deeply Split on Social Security Benefits in the Chapter 13 ‘Abuse’ Test
Michigan judges disagree about the court’s ability to consider Social Security benefits in deciding whether a chapter plan was proposed in good faith.
Another Court Approves an Arrangement for Paying Most Chapter 7 Fees After Filing
Careful drafting and copious documentation are required for a bifurcated fee arrangement to pass muster in chapter 7.
Circuit Split Widens over Discharging Taxes on Late-Filed Returns
The Supreme Court has ducked the split twice in recent years but should tackle the question this time around.
Circuit Judge Questions Applicability of Veil Piercing and Alter Ego to Trusts
Sixth Circuit upholds dismissal of claims for reverse veil piercing and reverse alter ego.
Incorporating AAA Rules by Reference Won’t Work with Consumers
Courts are split on the question of whether the incorporation of AAA rules by reference allows arbitrators to decide threshold questions of arbitrability and validity of an agreement to arbitrate.