June 20, 2019

Receiver’s Settlement Powers Aren’t Greater than a Bankruptcy Trustee’s, Circuit Says

Fifth Circuit overturns a settlement that barred officers and directors from accessing insurance policies.

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February 14, 2019

Fifth Circuit Hints that Debtors May Retain Property for Recreation and Entertainment

Per curiam opinion shows that chapter 13 plans aren’t required to be punitive.

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March 28, 2017

No Res Judicata Effect for ‘Deemed Allowed’ Claims in ‘No Asset’ Cases

Do ‘deemed allowed’ claims have res judicata effect in ‘asset’ cases?

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January 21, 2016

Fifth Circuit Reads Section 707(a) Dismissal for ‘Cause’ Broadly

Judge Edith Jones elevates ‘chutzpah’ to a legal concept in the Fifth Circuit.

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